At a Glance
- Tasks: Support apprentices in assessments and grade their work as an Independent End Point Assessor.
- Company: Join NCFE, a leader in education and assessment with a commitment to diversity.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, full training, and the ability to balance work with personal commitments.
- Other info: Remote role with travel required; excellent career development opportunities await.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on apprentices' careers while utilising your project management expertise.
- Qualifications: Must have a recognised Assessor qualification and 3 years of project management experience.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Flexible Worker Contract Location: Remote (travel will be required to attend in person assessments)
About the role
We’re seeking Independent End Point Assessors (IEPAs) to join our End Point Assessment team to deliver the following standard: Level 4 Associate Project Manager (APM). This role could be a great fit if you have experience in project management, gained through roles such as Project Manager, Associate Project Manager, Project Lead, Delivery Manager, PMO Manager, Change Manager, or similar positions.
As an IEPA, you’ll play an integral part in the success of apprentices by supporting them in taking the assessments for their apprenticeship and grading their assessments. This is therefore a great opportunity to use your professional skills and knowledge whilst developing others. Whilst this is a flexible worker role, during the period of allocated work we require availability between the hours of 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday to be able to carry out reviews. Please make sure you can commit to this before applying.
How you'll make an impact:
- Delivering EPA in line with the Associate Project Manager standard
- Utilising NCFE Apprenticeship Services EPA platform to record EPAs and interact with apprentices
- Attending standardisation events to ensure quality, compliance, and consistency
- Communicating with apprentices, ITP’s and employers on EPA and grading
We'd love to hear from you if you offer the following:
- A recognised Assessor qualification
- At least 3 years or recent relevant experience as a Project Manager
- Have current contacts within the industry to maintain your own project management hands-on practical CPD
- A commitment to ongoing CPD relevant to the standards being assessed
- A full, clean driving licence and have flexibility to travel across your region for face-to-face assessment delivery
- Excellent IT skills and be competent with using systems such as Teams, Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite
Why work as a flexible worker for NCFE?
Our flexible workforce provides supportive quality assurance to ensure that learners taking NCFE qualifications are getting the best education possible. If you become a flexible worker with us, you’ll choose how to fit your work around your other personal and professional commitments – making this a great opportunity to make a difference in a way that suits you.
You’ll receive full training and the materials, tools or equipment needed to ensure you’re able to complete your duties in line with NCFE requirements, with the ability to take on flexible worker contract alongside other work, without the need to be registered as self-employed.
All applicants will be expected to adhere to NCFE’s behavioural framework and to uphold our core values.
How to apply
Before applying, please note that we require all candidates to be able to demonstrate proof of Right to Work in the UK. Ready to join us and shape real change? Apply with your Cover Letter & CV if you have the expertise and commitment to excel in this position. We look forward to learning more about you.
Closing Date: Friday 9 October 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Please note that at interview stage you’ll be required to share any certificates with us as outlined in the essential criteria for the role. If successful in this post you will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands, and final warnings that are not protected (i.e., that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) statement
Creating a fairer and more inclusive society is at the core of who we are at NCFE. We're committed to building rich diversity into our workforce at all levels, to ensure that we understand and are representative of the communities and customers we serve. We do not discriminate against anyone due to their gender, sexuality, race, age, religion, beliefs, identity, social background, visible or hidden disability, or neurodiversity. Instead, we pride ourselves on our collaborative, vibrant and high-performance culture which embraces everyone, celebrates uniqueness, and enables everyone's voice to be heard. Our dedicated Diversity and Inclusion team works across our organisation to achieve this.
Independent End Point Assessor - Associate Project Manager (APM) employer: NCFE
NCFE is an exceptional employer that values flexibility and inclusivity, making it an ideal choice for Independent End Point Assessors. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work culture, employees can balance their personal and professional lives while contributing to meaningful educational outcomes. The remote working opportunities across Kent, London, and the North East further enhance the appeal, allowing you to make a significant impact in your community without compromising your commitments.
