Our Additional Learning Support Department is looking for an Exams Access Arrangements Assessor team member to join us. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Exams Access Arrangements Assessor to join our dedicated team. Join us in shaping the future of our students and make a lasting impact with Macclesfield College!

The Role

Please note: Applicants must hold the relevant Qualifications to apply for this role A recognised qualification in supporting students with specific learning needs A recognised first aid qualification, or willingness to work towards Recognised Teaching Qualification A relevant certificate in Psychometric testing (CPT3A) or a level 7 Dyslexia/SpLD in line with current JCQ regulations and be experienced in undertaking EAA assessments • To assess students (16-18, adults and Apprentices) to determine the access arrangements (AA) required.

Main Duties for this role include

• To arrange appointments, notify students interviews, test administration, follow-up discussion, write final reports including recommendations for AA (Form 8), report to students/parents/staff results, recommendations and follow-up
• To be vigilant in all aspects of learners' health and safety in compliance with college regulations
• To undertake administrative duties such as chasing up 'no-shows', data recording on ProSolution and the database for funding and statistical purposes
• To check equipment used by learners and report any requirements to teaching staff

Benefits

• 2 weeks additional leave at Christmas closedown (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Real Living Wage Employer
• Family friendly policy
• Free secure campus parking and excellent transport links
• Long Service Recognition and Awards
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health
• Onsite staff counsellor to support our mental health strategy.
• Investment in our employees Continuous Professional Development at the College with a comprehensive timetable of training and development alongside coaching and mentoring from our experienced Quality team. • Life Assurance
• Cycle to work
• Good for ME, Good for FE – Volunteering, Fundraising
• Discounted gym membership, and hair and beauty treatments
• Onsite Starbucks café

Pre-employment Screening

All posts are subject to standard pre-employment checks and you will be asked to provide; • Evidence of your right to work in the UK • Proof of Identity • A minimum of two professional referees to cover a five-year period • Health Declaration for any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need the College to make appropriate adjustments.

Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to enables us to identify any incidents or issues which have might want to explore at interview. Once shortlisting has taken place, this search will be carried out for all candidates who will attend an interview.

Please note we reserve the right to close this role earlier if we receive sufficient applications for this post.