Exams Access Arrangements Assessor

Location: Greater Manchester | Contract Type: Permanent/Fixed-Term | Hours: Full-Time/Part-Time | Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Are you passionate about ensuring fair and inclusive access to education? Do you have the expertise to assess and support learners with additional needs during exams?

If so, read on to find out how to join the UK’s leading FE recruiter with additional benefits, offers and referral schemes.

Reed Further Education are a leading recruitment agency working with colleges, prisons, universities, and training providers across the UK. We are always looking for talented/aspiring staff to join our team and help us deliver high-quality education to learners.

As an Exams Access Arrangements Assessor, you’ll play a vital role in identifying and implementing appropriate exam support for learners with special educational needs, disabilities, or temporary impairments. You’ll work closely with teaching staff, support teams, and awarding bodies to ensure all arrangements are compliant, timely, and tailored to individual needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of learners to determine eligibility for exam access arrangements (e.g., extra time, readers, scribes, rest breaks)
• Produce and maintain clear, compliant documentation in line with JCQ regulations and college policies
• Liaise with curriculum teams, support staff, and external professionals to gather evidence and ensure holistic support
• Deliver training and guidance to staff on access arrangements and inclusive exam practices
• Monitor and review arrangements to ensure they remain appropriate and effective
• Support the wider Additional Learning Support (ALS) team in promoting inclusive education across the college

This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a learner-focused institution that values inclusion, integrity, and excellence. We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on learners’ educational journeys

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• A recognised qualification in assessing for access arrangements, such as Level 7 Certificate in Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements (CPT3A)
• In-depth knowledge of JCQ regulations and experience applying them in an educational setting
• Experience working with learners with SEND or additional needs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practice
• DBS on the update service or the willingness to apply for one

Reed Further Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment by undergoing a 2 year’ employment check and a DBS Application, completing mandatory training within 6 weeks of your first assignment and annually thereafter.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us build a future where every learner thrives.

Not looking for a teaching role? Reed FE are always interested in speaking with learning support assistants, technicians and student mentors. We also cater to the wider college recruitment at Reed Specialist Recruitment, catering to the business support in a college, such as HR, Finance, Facilities and Student Services.

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