Specialist Assessor & Study Skills Tutor

Bradford College • Full-time • Bradford • £38,019 - £42,612 / year • 10h ago

We’re looking for Specialist Assessor and Study Skills Tutor to join our fantastic Disability Services Department

The successful candidate will deliver academic support to HE students funded through the Disabled Students Allowance ensuring a high-quality service is provided and accurate records are maintained in line with audit requirements.

They will also carry out specialist assessment for FE exam access arrangements in line with published JCQ guidelines.

They will support the wider work of the department through their assessment work supporting colleagues with information provision for Education Health and Care Assessments and for Disabled Students Allowances.

Responsibilities include:

Carrying out assessments in line with JCQ guidelines for Exam Access Arrangements.
Supporting HE students assessed as requiring one or more of the following DSA-funded roles: Specialist Study Skills Tutor or Specialist Support Professional.
Working with students with a range of range of additional needs (SpLD incl. Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia).
Assisting with all study-related strategy building, encompassing reading, writing, note-taking, planning, organisation, revision etc.
Ensuring the student is accessing and understanding the course material to a good standard and assists with reinforcement of course material should the student need reiteration and bolstering of ideas
Signposting the student towards other practitioners involved in the student’s support network where relevant
Providing training to teaching and support staff working with students with a range of additional needs.

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The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

As part of the hiring process, candidates may be required to complete a psychometric test, which will provide valuable insight into your potential fit within Bradford College.

Education & Training

Educated to degree standard and/or currently holding a relevant professional equivalent qualification in a Disability related field
A recognised teaching qualification.
A Level 7 qualification in assessing for exam access arrangements
GCSE 4-9 (A*- C) or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in Maths and English or equivalent. (e.g. CSE 1, O Level A – C) Or prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale

Experience

Recent experience of assessing and teaching students with SpLD, Autistic Spectrum Conditions or Sensory Impairments.
Experience of training staff in specialist skills relating to disability specialism.
Up to date with disability issues within FE and HE.
Awareness of the need to consult with health and other professionals regarding specific students.
Knowledge of appropriate teaching strategies for people with disabilities in FE and HE.

For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on the level of interest and number of applications, so early application is advised.

Please note that if you are successful and accept a role, any other ongoing applications for other roles with us will be withdrawn automatically.

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We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, as a Disability Confident employer, where required, we will make reasonable adjustments to your interview to ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff. We are implementing policies, resources, and awareness initiatives to ensure everyone feels valued and supported through every stage of life.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 44 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
Teachers’ Pension scheme, with a generous 23% employer contribution
Annual salary reviews
Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
Free sports and gym facilities
Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
A host of training development opportunities
Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

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*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.