Assessor - Adult Education

Coventry City Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal education provider in the United Kingdom seeks a skilled Assessor to support adult learners in achieving their goals through inclusive assessment practices. The role involves assessing learner competence, identifying additional learning needs using digital tools like Cognassist, and collaborating with educational staff. Candidates should have experience in vocational or adult education and ideally hold a Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant difference in learners' lives.

Benefits

Rewards and benefits package

Guaranteed interview for qualifying groups

Qualifications

• Experience in vocational or adult education settings.
• Ability to develop tailored support plans.
• Competency in maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Assess learner competence against standards.
• Identify additional learning needs.
• Collaborate with tutors and support staff.

Skills

Experience as an Assessor

Understanding of assessment principles

Digital tools competency

Effective communication

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)

Tools

Cognassist

Job description

We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias. The Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. We provide a wide range of courses for Coventry residents age 19+ and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need. We offer long courses in English, maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), ICT/Digital and vocational subjects such as Early Years, along with provision for adults with learning disabilities. We also offer a very wide range of short community courses in arts, crafts, music, and family learning. In addition, we run a highly supportive study programme for young people. Our work‑based learning offer includes Apprenticeships in the following subject areas: Nursery Workers, Teaching Assistants, Leadership/Management, and Customer Care. We also provide courses for adults who are seeking work via the Council’s Job Shop. Our main base is at Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ, with provision delivered at around 25 other sites within Coventry, mostly in areas of highest need. We welcome applications from anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of people in Coventry.

Our Values

• Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
• Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
• Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
• Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
• Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
• Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.

What is the job role?

In this role, you will not only assess learner competence against awarding organisation standards but also play a vital part in identifying additional learning needs. You will use Cognassist and other diagnostic tools to review learner profiles, recommend reasonable adjustments, and ensure every learner has the support they need to succeed. Key responsibilities include: review and interpret Cognassist results and other assessment methods to identify potential learning difficulties or neurodiverse needs; develop tailored support plans and recommend reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act; maintain accurate records of assessments, learner progress, and support interventions; work collaboratively with tutors, support staff, and internal quality assurance teams to ensure high assessment standards and practice including contributing to continuous improvement in assessment strategies and learner support.

All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role. This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Who are we looking for?

Coventry City Council’s Adult Education Service is looking for a skilled and proactive Assessor to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to support adult learners in achieving their goals through fair, consistent, and inclusive assessment practices. You will have experience as an Assessor in vocational or adult education settings, and understand assessment principles and practices, including formative and summative assessment. You will be confident using digital tools for assessment and learner support (experience with Cognassist is highly desirable) to identify additional learning needs and implement reasonable adjustments. You will be able to communicate effectively and empathetically with learners from diverse backgrounds. Ideally you will hold a Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) or equivalent.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long‑term health condition

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package – to find out more please visit https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies.