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Norma Crawford

Crossgates,Fife

Summary

Since August 2024 I have been employed by The Action Group as an SVQ Assessor/Internal Verifier in the Learning and Development team where I assess and internally verify SVQ levels 2-4 in Social Services and Health Care as well as other duties. Duties and responsibilities are to induct, assess and support candidates, to ensure work submitted meets national occupational standards, to write monthly reports and carry out reviews, to meet targets in relation to funding and to keep myself updated on legislation, theory, social policy in relation to my workplace as well as supporting candidates with IT skills. Detail-oriented SVQ Assessor/Internal Verifier with expertise in assessing and verifying SVQ levels 2-4 across diverse care services. Delivered comprehensive feedback and maintained rigorous quality assurance standards, ensuring compliance with national occupational standards. Focused on fostering positive candidate experiences and enhancing assessment processes. Motivated professional with a solid foundation in assessment and training within the care sector. Demonstrates strong report writing, conflict resolution, and regulatory compliance skills, contributing to high-quality training outcomes. Committed to enhancing candidate engagement and supporting their professional development. Experienced in assessing and evaluating candidates, providing clear, constructive feedback to support their development. Consistently ensures fair, unbiased assessments while maintaining high standards of accuracy and reliability. Strong communication skills and commitment to upholding best practices in assessment. Assessment professional with solid background in evaluating skills, knowledge, and competencies across various fields. Skilled in providing constructive feedback, preparing detailed reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Adept at fostering positive relationships with students and colleagues, ensuring supportive and productive learning environment.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

SVQ Assessor/Internal Verifier

The Action Group
Edinburgh
08.2024 - Current
  • Demonstrated fair, meticulous and swift approach to assessment, maintaining high quality marking while adhering to tight deadlines.
  • Provided written feedback on progress and reason for final mark as required by assessment.
  • Showed exceptional record-keeping, multitasking and dispute-resolution abilities to keep assessment processes running smoothly.
  • Reviewed and revised assessment materials regularly, keeping content current and engaging.
  • Kept knowledge of and complied with Awarding Organisation quality assurance processes and requirements.
  • Assisted in designing training and assessment programmes to help students achieve learning outcomes within agreed timescales.
  • Engaged with candidates to alleviate assessment anxiety, fostering a positive experience.

Post Person

Royal Mail Delivery Office
Dunfermline, Fife
12.2020 - 07.2024
  • Maintained excellent customer satisfaction by delivering mail on time and providing service with a smile.
  • Sorted and organised post efficiently at the depot to facilitate smooth delivery operations.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction by staying polite, friendly and helpful throughout deliveries.
  • Delivered mail and parcels to residences and businesses in a timely manner, adhering to strict schedules.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by performing duties beyond usual responsibilities during busy periods.
  • Drove company vehicles in safe and efficient manner.
  • Utilised hand-held computer devices to capture customer signatures for deliveries and track packages.

SVQ Assessor/Internal Verifier/M&H Trainer

Fife College
11.2015 - 11.2020
  • Assessed and internally verified SVQ levels 2-4 in various different care services across Scotland; this included residential child care, adults and children with disabilities, elderly care homes, day care services, substance misuse and homeless services.
  • Duties and responsibilities were to induct, assess and support candidates, to ensure work submitted met national occupational standards, to write monthly reports and carry out reviews, to meet targets in relation to funding and to keep myself updated on legislation, theory, social policy in relation to different service user groups.
  • Delivered moving and handling training as well as helping candidates with IT skill.

Relief Residential Child Care Worker

Fife Council
Glenrothes
07.2012 - 07.2019
  • Bank Staff
  • Built positive relationships with children, parents and staff by providing a friendly, polite and proactive attitude throughout interactions.
  • Managed daily routines, including meal times, rest periods, and recreational activities, ensuring a structured day.
  • Observed children to monitor and report unusual behaviour or concerns.
  • Observed children's behaviour and interactions, identifying any developmental concerns.
  • Targeted activities and games to suit children's ages and abilities.

SVQ Assessor

Gibson Training
Leven
03.2015 - 09.2015
  • Made redundant

Residential Worker/SVQ Assessor/Interim Assistant Service Manager

Aberlour Child Care Trust
Kirkcaldy
07.2001 - 04.2015
  • Worked in all five of the residential settings, which had an age range of 5 to 18 years and beyond.
  • Duties included key working, family work (including various pieces of family work with more challenging or difficult-to-reach children and families), case management, liaising with external professionals, and participating in formal social work meetings, children's hearings, etc.
  • Added responsibilities included HNC student supervisor and overseeing new employees' caseloads, offering constructive feedback on case management, reading and amending reports, etc.
  • Left for a better work-life balance.

Gaming Inspector/Croupier - PT

Gala Maybury Casino
Edinburgh
03.2003 - 03.2005
  • Changes in terms and conditions

Gaming Inspector - PT

Stanley Berkeley Casino
Edinburgh
01.2002 - 03.2003
  • Changes in terms and conditions

Wholesale Manager

Sally Hair & Beauty Supplies
Kirkcaldy
10.1998 - 08.2000
  • To attend college

Assistant Manager/Public House

CC McLean & Partners
Kinghorn, Fife
08.1997 - 10.1998
  • For a new opportunity

Cash Office Supervisor

Kwik Save
04.1997 - 08.1997
  • Working well over contracted hours

Retail Manager

Beauty Concessions Ltd
Kirkcaldy
06.1993 - 02.1996
  • For new employment

Bar Supervisor/Croupier

Sgt Yorkes Casino, Luton
03.1991 - 07.1992
  • To return home to attend college

Deputy Supervisor/Machinist

Weatherguard Leisurewear
01.1984 - 02.1991
  • To move down south

Education

BA (Hons) - Social Work

Robert Gordon University
09-2011

Introduction to Counselling -

Fife College - PT
08-2006

HNC - Social Care

Lauder College
Dunfermline
06-2001

NC - Accounting

Fife College
06-1993

Moving & Handling Keytrainer Training - Delivery of M & H Training

Fife Council
05-2017

Introduction to Psychology -

Lauder College
05-2001

Promoting Equal Opportunities -

Lauder College
05-2001

Professional Development Award - Internal Verification of Workplace Assessment, L&D 11

Fife College
04-2019

A1 Assessor Award -

Aberlour Child Care Trust
01-2007

SVQ 3 Promoting Independence -

Aberlour Child Care Trust
01-2005

Skills

  • Assessment accuracy
  • Quality assurance
  • Report writing
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Written communication
  • Feedback delivery
  • Critical thinking
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Calm in stressful situations
  • Client-Focused service
  • Empathetic communication
  • National vocational qualification assessing

References

Available on request

Timeline

SVQ Assessor/Internal Verifier

The Action Group
08.2024 - Current

Post Person

Royal Mail Delivery Office
12.2020 - 07.2024

SVQ Assessor/Internal Verifier/M&H Trainer

Fife College
11.2015 - 11.2020

SVQ Assessor

Gibson Training
03.2015 - 09.2015

Relief Residential Child Care Worker

Fife Council
07.2012 - 07.2019

Gaming Inspector/Croupier - PT

Gala Maybury Casino
03.2003 - 03.2005

Gaming Inspector - PT

Stanley Berkeley Casino
01.2002 - 03.2003

Residential Worker/SVQ Assessor/Interim Assistant Service Manager

Aberlour Child Care Trust
07.2001 - 04.2015

Wholesale Manager

Sally Hair & Beauty Supplies
10.1998 - 08.2000

Assistant Manager/Public House

CC McLean & Partners
08.1997 - 10.1998

Cash Office Supervisor

Kwik Save
04.1997 - 08.1997

Retail Manager

Beauty Concessions Ltd
06.1993 - 02.1996

Bar Supervisor/Croupier

Sgt Yorkes Casino, Luton
03.1991 - 07.1992

Deputy Supervisor/Machinist

Weatherguard Leisurewear
01.1984 - 02.1991

BA (Hons) - Social Work

Robert Gordon University

Introduction to Counselling -

Fife College - PT

HNC - Social Care

Lauder College

NC - Accounting

Fife College

Moving & Handling Keytrainer Training - Delivery of M & H Training

Fife Council

Introduction to Psychology -

Lauder College

Promoting Equal Opportunities -

Lauder College

Professional Development Award - Internal Verification of Workplace Assessment, L&D 11

Fife College

A1 Assessor Award -

Aberlour Child Care Trust

SVQ 3 Promoting Independence -

Aberlour Child Care Trust
Norma Crawford