Mark Llewellyn
PORT TALBOT,Neath Port Talbot
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in IQA/Assessor, Leadership and Management, and Assessment and Quality Assurance. Extensive experience in the Food Industry and Manufacturing, coupled with a strong background in Training and Development. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and exceptional Communication Skills. Dedicated to driving quality improvements and fostering team growth within dynamic environments.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of Apprenticeship Curriculum
Welshpool
Welshpool
11.2022 - 08.2025
- Led a team of specialized Food & Drink Manufacturing training officers, offering professional advice and support.
- Guaranteed high-quality delivery of Food & Drink Manufacturing qualifications for apprenticeships.
- Instrumental in the launch of 10 new skills pathway apprenticeship frameworks (levels 2-4) in the sector.
- Collaborated with awarding bodies and the Welsh Government to implement these frameworks successfully.
- Full job description attached to the CV for an in-depth view of roles and accomplishments.
Training Officer/Lead IQA
Welshpool
Welshpool
10.2017 - 11.2022
- Achievements and responsibilities.
- See IQA/Assessor role below for further details.
- Including delivery of all Food Industry, Team Leading, Management, and Logistics and Manufacturing qualifications upto level 5.
- Supported sector in establishing new qualifications and awarding bodies in line with my previous role.
- Played a key role in our recent ESTYN inspection (September 2019).
- Fully knowledgeable about current SAR and QDP and its application within the provider.
Lead IQA/Apprenticeship Route Manager
Port Talbot
Port Talbot
06.2015 - 09.2017
- Spearheaded a team of assessors across Food Manufacturing, Management, and Cleaning sectors, ensuring the surpassing of key KPIs and delivering sector-leading learning experiences.
- Guaranteed learner outcomes met or exceeded target requirements through meticulous caseload management and profile setting.
- Conducted regular stakeholder and external visits to maintain engagement and ensure program integrity.
- Played a pivotal role in the preparation and coordination of ESTYN inspections, enhancing organizational readiness.
- Collaborated with the IQA team to ensure compliance with NVQ code of practice through rigorous sampling and process adherence.
- Proficient in analyzing company SAR and QDP, providing actionable recommendations and guiding the team in data application and comprehension.
IQA/Assessor
Port Talbot
Port Talbot
09.2005 - 06.2015
- Fully accredited IQA since 2008, authorized to validate all ESW and manage QCF up to level 5.
- Enhanced assessing capabilities to administer QCF up to level 5 and ESW up to level 3.
- Proficient in both traditional and digital assessment platforms.
- Committed to upholding assessment integrity and quality within the organization.
- Ensured compliance with policies and procedures to optimize assessment delivery.
- Provided robust support to assessors in the application of assessment tools.
- Diligently followed IQA Schedules and met all EQA requirements.
- Conducted internal quality assurance through benchmarking, work sampling, and assessor performance observations.
- Assessed and improved assessment practices, offering constructive feedback to each assessor.
- Aided assessors in implementing procedural enhancements.
- Maintained professional development and occupational competence as part of ongoing CPD.
- Liaised effectively with HR department when planning assessments; this resulted in smooth coordination between teams involved in hiring processes.
- Identified skill gaps among assessed candidates effectively; this allowed us to recommend appropriate training or development programs.
- Kept accurate records of all assessments conducted, aiding transparency and accountability in recruitment processes.
Training Supervisor
Bridgend
Bridgend
06.1997 - 12.2005
- Successfully trained a crew of 75 operatives to achieve NVQ Level 2 standards.
- Developed comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for food production activities and tailored training packages.
- Conducted regular safety audits as the appointed Safety Representative.
- Performed supervisory roles, including Key Performance Indicator (KPI) monitoring, driving efficiency enhancements, and leading lean process mapping initiatives.
- Facilitated critical meetings as part of continuous improvement efforts.
Skills Assessor/Lead Trainer
Kraft Foods
10.1986 - 06.1997
- Achievements and responsibilities: 5 years retail experience working in a video chain store, leading supermarket and motor factors.
- Serving customers, processing orders, etc. 6 years manufacturing in clean room, plastic moulding and flock fibre processing.
- Included running skills analysis meetings, training up staff, working 12 hour shifts.
Education
Humanities B.A (hons) -
TRINITY COLLEGE CARMARTHEN
A Level - 7 O Levels including English and Maths
MAESTEG COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL
Skills
- IQA/ASSESSOR
- LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
- ASSESSMENT AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
- FOOD INDUSTRY AND MANUFACTURING
- TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
- MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE (ACCESS, EXCEL, WORD, POWERPOINT)
- COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Custom
- Music
- Socializing
- Sport (both participation and watching)
- Family time
- Film
Timeline
Head of Apprenticeship Curriculum
Welshpool
11.2022 - 08.2025
Training Officer/Lead IQA
Welshpool
10.2017 - 11.2022
Lead IQA/Apprenticeship Route Manager
Port Talbot
06.2015 - 09.2017
IQA/Assessor
Port Talbot
09.2005 - 06.2015
Training Supervisor
Bridgend
06.1997 - 12.2005
Skills Assessor/Lead Trainer
Kraft Foods
10.1986 - 06.1997
A Level - 7 O Levels including English and Maths
MAESTEG COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL
Humanities B.A (hons) -
TRINITY COLLEGE CARMARTHEN
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