Access Arrangements Assessor

ESPO Trading Limited; Glenfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Disability Confident Employer

Flexible working options

Job summary

Leicestershire Adult Learning Service (Go Learn) seeks a casual SEND Assessor to arrange access for exams and support adult learners and tutors online or in person. The role adapts to the needs of the cohort, with DBS enhanced checks required and a commitment to inclusive education.

You will bring Level 7 SEND assessment qualifications, Level 5 teaching credentials, and substantial experience in adult education and SENCO assessments. Flexible/ hybrid working is possible.

Qualifications

• Level 7 SEND specialist assessor qualification required.
• Level 5 teaching qualification (minimum) required.
• Substantial experience teaching adults and SENCO assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assess for access arrangements for exams as required by curriculums.
• Offer advice on supportive strategies to learner and tutor to ensure a quality learning experience and best opportunity to succeed.
• Support quality assurance and moderation processes for SENCO assessments.

Skills

SEND assessor qualification

Teaching qualification

Adult teaching experience

SENCO assessments

QA/QI processes

Moderating work

Disadvantaged adults

ICT skills

Education

Level 7 SEND specialist assessor qualification (e.g. CPT3A)

Level 5 teaching qualification (minimum)

Tools

ICT skills

Job description

Organisation:Leicestershire County Council

Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RA

Working Hours: zero

Contract Type: Casual

Closing Date: 6th December 2026

Salary: £18.97 Per hour

This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for new visa sponsorship applications therefore you must already have the right to work in the UK in order to apply.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference to the lives of adults in Leicestershire? Are you passionate about promoting independence?

About the Role

Leicestershire Adult Learning Service (Go Learn) are seeking to recruit a SEND Assessor, working with apprentices and post 19 adult learners. We offer both online and classroom opportunities for assessment, using a variety of approved tests. As a casual SEND Assessor, you will assess for access arrangements for exams as required by curriculums. This can be one a week or several over a term. You would also offer advice on supportive strategies to both learner and tutor ensuring learners have a quality learning experience with us and have the best opportunity in achieving success.

Our Team

We are a small team consisting of a SENCO and a small number of casual assessors. We operate on a needs basis according to the cohort of students each year. We are part of the wider Adult Learning service. We meet to moderate reports once a year to suit the other demands of the staff which could be at weekends.

A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post.

For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex-offenders, please see our policy statement.

About You

To apply for this post, you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria:

• Level 7 SEND specialist assessors qualification e.g CPT3A. Level 5 teaching qualification (minimum)
• Substantial experience of teaching adults. Experience providing SENCO assessments. Experience of implementing QA/QI processes and procedures applicable to SENCO assessments
• Experience supporting others moderating work/quality control. Proven experience of delivering subject specific post 16 learning. Experience in engaging disadvantaged adults and community groups
• Knowledge of a wide range of resources to enhance the support of teaching and learning for adults with additional needs
• Knowledge of relevant current legislation and codes of practice with regard to SEND assessments. A thorough understanding of the current Edition of the JCQ publication Access Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments, and an understanding of the relevant principles, procedures and accountabilities
• A thorough understanding of different types of learning difficulties and their impact on a learner’s progress.
• Good ICT skills

In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

Interested in Flexible Working?

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:

Resourcing Co-ordinator - Adults & Cultural Services

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

At Leicestershire County Council we’re looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation, not just what’s on your CV. That’s why we’ve designed a recruitment process that’s fair, accessible, and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life, we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally.

If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire, we’d love to hear from you.