EPA - Teaching Assistant (Southeast region)

Independent End-Point Assessor for Teaching Assistant LEVEL 3

We are accepting applications for this advert for South East region only.

About Pearson

Pearson is the world's leading learning company, with 35,000 employees in more than 70 countries working to help people of all ages to make measurable progress in their lives through learning. We put the apprentice at the centre of everything we do, because wherever learning flourishes, so do people.

Overview of the Independent End-Point Assessor Role

Government has introduced a requirement that all apprenticeships contain an end-point assessment (EPA) which is a holistic assessment of the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviour (KSBs) that have been learnt throughout the apprenticeship. This ensures that apprentices meet the rigorous standard set by employers and are fully competent in the relevant occupation.

An independent EPA means that those deciding on the competency of the apprentice have nothing to gain from the outcome of the assessment. To maintain independence, an independent end-point assessor (IEA) can only undertake assessments of apprentices with whom they have no conflict of interest.

The end-point assessments will be conducted onsite or remotely, on dates agreed with employers and/or providers. Independent end-point assessors will record and submit the EPA outcomes, with clear justifications for grading decisions. EPA activities will be quality assured by Pearson representatives.

IEAs for these EPAs will be qualified IQAs that meet the occupational profile of the apprentices they are assessing. They will undertake EPAs in line with the associated apprenticeship assessment plan and the materials provided by Pearson.

Key Accountabilities:

• Participate in regular training and standardisation activities.
• Maintain and provide evidence of ongoing, relevant Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Assess the performance of candidates in accordance with published assessment and grading criteria.
• Follow the protocols set out in Pearson's specifications and quality assurance protocols.
• Maintain service-level agreements regarding EPA planning, operational activities, and submissions of assessment outcomes.
• Report all risks and issues encountered during the assessment to Pearson.
• Ensure all EPA reports and assessment evidence are high quality and recorded accurately.
• Support Pearson with any appeals from apprentices regarding assessment decisions.
• Raise any conflicts of interest.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Pearson's end-point assessment activities.
• Contribute to the external quality assurance activities undertaken by the Institute for Apprenticeships (IfA).

Person Specification

Understanding of the educational sector and the role covered by the apprenticeship. Teaching Assistants support the class teacher to enhance pupils' learning, ensuring pupils understand the work set and stay on task.

Background and Experience (Essential):

• Current relevant occupational competence within the workplace for at least 2 years.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Teaching Assistant standard.
• Hold or working towards a qualification to undertake assessment.
• Experience of leading meetings and discussions.
• Experience of complying with quality assurance requirements.
• Evidence of commitment to maintaining CPD.
• English & Math at Level 2.
• Current DBS.

Essential Others:

• Only UK-based candidates will be considered for this role.
• Minimum of two working days during the week will be required for the EPA role.

Background and Experience (Desirable):

• Experience of marking or grading judgements.
• Experience in all areas of Telecommunications.

Skills & Knowledge (Essential):

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and codes of practice.
• In-depth knowledge of the associated apprenticeship standard and assessment tools.
• Ability to assess free from bias.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Other Requirements:

• Have personal IT equipment capable of running Pearson required software.
• Have a suitable broadband connection, microphone, headphones, and a webcam.
• Have a personal and secure email account.
• Have a postal address in the UK or Republic of Ireland.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

Application Information

We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators, and verifiers.