Specific Learning Difficulty Diagnostic Assessor

Specific Learning Difficulty Diagnostic Assessor

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Overview

1 Full Time or 2 Part Times Available – Permanent – High Wycombe with occasional visits to Uxbridge & Aylesbury Campus

Salary – £38,784 – £43,482

What We Offer

• a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• Hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
• training & development support opportunities
• contributory pension scheme
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers.

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Responsibilities

• The post-holder will carry out diagnostic assessments with Buckinghamshire New University learners to identify students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs), including ADHD, providing essential information to enable the University to implement support and reasonable adjustments in a timely manner for our students and meet our duties under the Equality Act 2010.
• Work closely with members of the Disability & Inclusion Services, particularly colleagues who deliver our programme of SpLD screening and support throughout the academic year.
• Advise the university on suitable testing tools for purchase and assessment.
• Keep up to date on best practice in assessment and Access Arrangements, including knowledge of all relevant JCQ regulations.
• Carry out diagnostic assessments for specific learning difficulties (e.g., dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD).
• Analyse test results in accordance with current professional practice and complete written diagnostic reports within 10 working days of each assessment.
• Stay up to date with professional development and requirements of funding bodies regarding diagnostic reports.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance to improve service delivery, policy, and procedures relating to SpLD assessment and diagnosis.
• Work with Disability & Inclusion Services to develop and deliver training for colleagues.
• Assist in obtaining and acting on student feedback to refine services and maintain high levels of customer service.
• Comply with applicable legislation (e.g., Data Protection Act 2018, GDPR, Health & Safety, UKVI, Equality & Diversity).
• Undertake other duties as reasonably required.

Person Specification / Qualifications

Education, Qualifications & Training

• Postgraduate (Level 7) Qualification approved by SASC.
• Current Assessment Practising Certificate in assessing SpLDs from a relevant professional association (e.g., PATOSS, Dyslexia Guild, British Dyslexia Association) or HCPC registration as a practitioner psychologist.
• Relevant professional body membership (e.g., PATOSS).

Knowledge & Experience

• Delivering an excellent customer experience.
• Experience in conducting specialist diagnostic assessments with knowledge of recommendations for assessment adjustments in Higher Education.
• Understanding of how to support and improve the skills of neurodiverse individuals.
• Confidence in undertaking assessments in-person and online.
• Thorough knowledge of the impact of SpLDs on HE students.
• Understanding of the Equality Act 2010 and inclusive teaching practice in HE.
• Able to work with accuracy under pressure to manage a busy caseload and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of funding mechanisms for disability support in HE.

Skills

• Digitally able and proficient in Microsoft tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.

Special Requirements

• Ability to travel between campuses.

Eligibility & Diversity

BNU is a Disability Confident employer and a signatory to the Race Equality Charter. We encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in BNU’s workforce, including people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in senior roles. Please let us know if you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process. We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to help you perform to the best of your abilities. Contact: charlotte.stewart@bnu.ac.uk.

We ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete relevant e-learning and inclusive recruitment training.

Application Details

Closing Date: 19 October 2025

Interview Date: 27 October 2025

All applications are to be made online. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for this position and outcomes will be checked before offer. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK may be required. The University is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Job Description

Job Title: Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD) Diagnostic Assessor

Faculty/Directorate: Directorate of Student Success

Grade: G

Location: High Wycombe, Aylesbury and Uxbridge Campus

Hours: 37

Responsible to: Head of Disability & Inclusion

Responsible For

The post-holder will carry out diagnostic assessments with Buckinghamshire New University learners to identify students with SpLDs, providing essential information to enable the University to implement support and reasonable adjustments in a timely manner for our students and meet our duties under the Equality Act 2010.

Job Purpose

Practice an inclusive approach and support building an inclusive university community where people can be themselves. The post-holder will work closely with Disability & Inclusion Services, particularly colleagues who deliver our SpLD screening and support throughout the academic year.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Advise the university on suitable testing tools for purchase and assessment.
• Keep up to date on best practice in assessment and Access Arrangements, including JCQ regulations.
• Carry out diagnostic assessments for specific learning difficulties (including dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and ADHD).
• Analyse test results and complete written diagnostic reports within 10 working days of assessment.
• Maintain professional development and align with funding body requirements for diagnostic reports.
• Provide specialist guidance to improve service delivery, policy and procedures related to SpLD assessment and diagnosis.
• Collaborate with Disability & Inclusion Services to develop and deliver training for colleagues.
• Incorporate student feedback to refine services and ensure high customer service standards.
• Comply with Data Protection/GDPR, Health & Safety, UKVI and Equality & Diversity requirements.
• Other duties as reasonably required.