Senior Assessment Officer (Partnerships)

University of Bedfordshire; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based higher education institution is seeking a Senior Assessment Officer (Partnerships) to manage assessment activities for partner institutions in Luton. The role involves coordinating assessment regimes, overseeing Examination Boards, and ensuring compliance with University policies. Candidates should have strong organisational skills and be able to manage competing priorities effectively. This position offers a supportive environment focused on delivering high-quality student outcomes.

Benefits

Generous pension

Annual leave entitlement

Free fitness classes and gym membership

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in managing assessment activity in higher education.
• Proven ability to adapt and work proactively in a dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with different stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage assessment activity for partner institutions.
• Coordinate and deliver assessment regimes and Examination Boards.
• Provide guidance and training to faculty and partner colleagues.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Experience in higher education

Job description

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Job information

The University of Bedfordshire is seeking a motivated and detail-driven Senior Assessment Officer (Partnerships) to join our central Assessment Team. Reporting to the Assessment Manager (Operations), you will play a key role in managing assessment activity for our partner institutions and ensuring the integrity and efficiency of assessment administration across the University.

In this role, you will act as a business partner for our partner institutions, taking responsibility for the planning, co-ordination and delivery of their assessment regimes. You will establish and administer Examination Boards, oversee the management of student assessments for units and programmes, and ensure that all activity complies with University regulations and policies.

You will monitor the timely input of grades into the system, provide guidance and training to Faculty and partner colleagues, and work closely with the Assessment Manager (Operations) to maintain accurate assessment data and support the testing and maintenance of mark schemes and award rules. The post also contributes to wider Registry operations as required.

We are looking for a proactive, adaptable higher education professional with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within a dynamic environment.

If you are committed to delivering excellent service and supporting high-quality student outcomes, we welcome your application.

Interviews

Interviews will be held on: 15 January 2026

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The post will be based at Luton (with travel to other campuses as required)

Equality and diversity

The University is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce and student population. At the University of Bedfordshire, inclusivity is a key University value, and we are committed to creating an environment in which we celebrate and value the diversity of our staff and student community and provide fair opportunity and outcomes for all. We recognise that diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent and benefit from opportunities that the diversity of talent and thought creates. We, therefore, particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in the University of Bedfordshire's workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds (particularly in roles in grades 7 and above), disabled people; LGBTQ+ people; and women in some senior grades. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Benefits

We offer a range of employee benefits including a generous pension and annual leave entitlement, free fitness classes and gym membership, flexible working arrangements, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. For further details, please click here

To Apply

Please visit our website www.beds.ac.uk/jobs. For any enquires contact People & Culture email P&[e-mail]. Please note a Curriculum Vitae will only be accepted if accompanied by a fully completed University application form.