Independent EPA for Teaching Assistant (Level 3) Leicester

Pearson; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking an Independent End-Point Assessor (IEA) for Apprenticeship Teaching Assistant Level 3, covering Leicester area. The role requires judging candidate performance against published assessment criteria and maintaining independence from training providers.

Responsibilities include participating in standardisation, documenting evidence, and recording outcomes with justifications. UK-based candidates with DBS/assessment qualifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in relevant occupational competence.
• Knowledge of Teaching Assistant standards and apprenticeship EPA requirements.
• Willing to travel to employer locations for face-to-face assessments.
• UK-based candidates only.

Responsibilities

• Take part in regular training and standardisation activities.
• Assess candidates based on published criteria and procedures.
• Record EPA outcomes with clear justifications.
• Ensure independence from training providers and maintain high-quality assessment evidence.
• Support appeals related to assessment decisions.

Skills

Independent end-point assessor

Communication

Travel readiness

CPD commitment

Education

Assessment qualifications (D32/33/A1/A2/TAQA)

Job description

Pearson is seeking an Independent End-Point Assessor (IEA) for Apprenticeship Teaching Assistant Level 3, covering Leicester area. The role requires judging candidate performance against published assessment criteria and maintaining independence from training providers.

Responsibilities include participating in standardisation, documenting evidence, and recording outcomes with justifications. UK-based candidates with DBS/assessment qualifications are preferred.