Exam Access Arrangements Coordinator - Learner Access & Compliance Lead

East Lancashire Learning Group; Broadfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace pension

Enhanced sick pay

Health and wellbeing benefits

Staff recognition scheme

Family friendly policies

Free on-site parking

Job summary

East Lancashire Learning Group is recruiting an Exam Access Arrangements Coordinator to lead the coordination of exam access arrangements for over 1,000 learners. Based across Accrington & Rossendale College and Nelson & Colne College, you will ensure timely referrals, evidence, scheduling and implementation in line with JCQ regulations.

You will work with Specialist Assessors, Examinations Team and curriculum staff to maintain records, generate MI reports and drive continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating complex administrative or operational processes.
• Experience in education or a similarly regulated environment.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience maintaining confidential records and handling sensitive information.
• Excellent ICT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Experience using databases, learner management systems or other digital platforms to manage information and produce reports.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• A commitment to inclusion, learner success and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the College's Exam Access Arrangements processes across all areas of provision.
• Managing referrals, evidence collection, assessment scheduling and implementation of arrangements.
• Acting as the central point of contact for learners, staff, Specialist Assessors and the Examinations Team.
• Monitoring key deadlines and ensuring compliance with JCQ regulations and awarding organisation requirements.
• Maintaining accurate learner records and documentation across multiple systems.
• Producing reports and management information relating to Exam Access Arrangements activity.
• Supporting quality assurance, audit and inspection requirements.
• Developing and improving processes to ensure an efficient and learner-centred service.
• Providing advice and guidance to staff regarding Exam Access Arrangements and reasonable adjustments.
• Supporting a growing number of learners to access assessments fairly and successfully.

Skills

Coordination experience

Education sector experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidential data handling

MS Office/ICT skills

Data reporting

Policy interpretation

Inclusion mindset

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

East Lancashire Learning Group is recruiting an Exam Access Arrangements Coordinator to lead the coordination of exam access arrangements for over 1,000 learners. Based across Accrington & Rossendale College and Nelson & Colne College, you will ensure timely referrals, evidence, scheduling and implementation in line with JCQ regulations.

You will work with Specialist Assessors, Examinations Team and curriculum staff to maintain records, generate MI reports and drive continuous improvement in a