IQA – Forest School Leaders IQA/Assessor - Remote

Learndirect ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Self-employed contract

Job summary

Learndirect ltd is seeking an IQA/Assessor for Forest School Leaders in a remote, part-time contract. The role focuses on online QA of learner portfolios, supporting assessors, and ensuring compliance with qualification specifications and awarding body rules.

The ideal candidate will hold L3 Forest School Leader status, have Assessing/Teaching qualifications, and be progressing toward Level 4 IQA or equivalent, with substantial experience in the animal care sector and strong CPD discipline.

Qualifications

• Must have L3 Forest School Leader qualification.
• Holding or working towards Assessing/Teaching qualification is required.
• Must have Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance or equivalent.
• Substantial experience in assessing qualifications in the animal care sector.
• Familiarity with awarding body requirements and IQA processes.

Responsibilities

• Internal quality assurance of learner e-portfolios.
• Contribute to standardisation meetings and IQA processes.
• Support assessors and relevant teams on course requirements and assessment.
• Report on IQA activities monthly.
• Maintain CPD and up-to-date subject knowledge.
• Uphold safeguarding, GDPR and health and safety policies.

Skills

QA experience

Forest School

Assessment

CPD

Remote work

Education

L3 Forest School Leader

Assessing/Teaching qualification

Level 4 IQA Award or equivalent

Experience in animal care sector

Tools

CRM

Job description

IQA – Forest School Leaders IQA/Assessor - Remote

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IQA – Forest School Leaders IQA/Assessor - Remote

Contract type:Part-time, Contract

Through education, people can transform their lives and reach career goals. learndirect has been empowering individuals to reach the height of their potential for many years, with a forward-thinking digital approach.

As the UK’s leading online learning provider, we have helped millions of learners gain qualifications that have led to exciting careers. Our work is to empower, inspire, and transform lives through flexible education made accessible to all.

From Access to Higher Education Diplomas and GCSEs to animal courses and accredited dental nursing qualifications, we offer education to individuals from all backgrounds and at any stage of their life and career.

Job Purpose:

To work within the online learning platform(s) and internal quality assure and assess learner portfolios across Forest School Leaders specialisms in line with qualification specifications and awarding body requirements to maximise opportunities for learners. To support subject lead IQA and IQAs to achieve the required targets and contribute to the academic and operational effectiveness of the college. You will play a vital part of our learner journey and success.

Key Requirements:

• L3 Qualified Forest School Leader
• Holds Assessing/Teaching qualification
• Holds or is working towards a Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices or its equivalent
• Has substantial experience of working in or assessing qualifications in the animal care subject sector area.
• Is familiar with the assessment requirements of the qualification for which they are the Internal Quality Assurer.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Internal quality assurance of learner e-portfolios
• Attendant actively contribute to standardisation meetings as requested by Head of Faculty
• Upholding the organisations Internal Quality Assurance processes, working with awarding bodies
• Provide support to individual assessors and relevant assessment team(s) in relation to course requirements, delivery methodology and assessment.
• Reporting on monthly IQA reports
• To maintain appropriate subject/expert knowledge (CPD) in the subject areas for which assessor responsibilities are agreed.
• Assist in tracking and reporting progress of learners as required
• Actively uphold all of the organisation’s policies & procedures, including Safeguarding and Health and Safety, GDPR.
• Maintain robust and accurate IQA records and provide feedback to tutors and Head of Faculty
• Maintain subject CPD

We operate a completely flexible remote working model. Working on a self-employed Contract for Services basis, the role involves tutoring students and assessing their work remotely via our online training portal.

Fees and payment rates will be discussed during interview.

You will be responsible for organising and managing your own workload whilst maintaining the highest level of standards. Each of our subject areas is faculty driven and as an Associate member of the team you will have direct contact with a Head of Faculty to support you with caseload management, learner queries and assessment processes.

What we are looking for in you:

• Forest School Leader RQF L3-qualified
• Has experience assessing/training/internal quality assurance
• Extensive knowledge of Forest School regulated qualifications
• Experience using a CRM would be preferred
• Experience of quality assurance processes and expectations of those conducting assessments, including an awareness of the key principles of awarding body requirements
• RQF Qualification in teaching and assessing
• Substantial evidence of CPD
• IQA or studying towards one would be an advantage
• Natural problem solver, able to reassure learners with queries
• Ability to work without close supervision
• Exceptional organisation
• Ability to give constructive feedback – verbally and in writing