Hybrid Functional Skills Assessor: Maths & English; Adult Ed

About the role

We are looking to appoint 2 Functional Skills Assessors to support adult learners working towards Maths and English qualifications up to Level 2. We have two opportunities available:

Position 1:
Full-time, 35.5 hours per week. Position 2:
Part-time 17.75 hours per week, working pattern can be discussed.

Salary: Grade 3, £26,131 - £27,436 per annum. For the part-time post, salary will be £13,065 - £13,718 per annum for 17.75 hours.

Location: Doncaster College. This role includes a mix of onsite and online delivery/support. Please note this is not a fully remote role. All student exams are carried out onsite, so applicants must be able to attend Doncaster College as required.

Role overview: Are you passionate about helping adults build confidence in Maths and English?

We are seeking committed, organised and learner-focused Functional Skills Assessors to join our Adult Skills provision. This is a rewarding opportunity to support adult learners who are working towards Functional Skills Maths and English qualifications up to Level 2, including learners who may be returning to education or balancing study with work and family commitments.

You will play a key role in assessing learner progress, providing constructive feedback, supporting exam readiness and helping learners achieve their goals. You will also work closely with tutors, curriculum leaders and support teams to ensure learners receive a high-quality, supportive and inclusive learning experience.

This role would suit someone with experience in Functional Skills, adult learning, FE, apprenticeships, employability, GCSE Maths/English, ESOL, or a similar teaching, tutoring or assessing environment.

We are looking for applicants who can bring strong learner support, assessment and organisational skills to the role.

You should have:

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Maths and English
• Experience of teaching, tutoring, assessing or supporting learners in Maths and/or English
• Experience with in adult education, FE, apprenticeships, employability, Functional Skills, GCSE, ESOL or a similar learning environment
• An understanding of Functional Skills qualifications and assessment requirements, or strong transferable experience
• A recognised teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards one
• An assessor qualification, A/V Units, or relevant assessing experience
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, including accurate record keeping
• Confidence using IT and online learning tools, such as Microsoft Teams
• A commitment to supporting learners to build confidence, progress and achieve
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusive practice

Experience of online or blended delivery would be beneficial, although support and development can be provided for the right candidate.

You will be joining a supportive and values-led education provider where adult learners are at the heart of what we do. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by helping adults build the essential Maths and English skills they need for work, further study and everyday life.

At DN Colleges Group, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• 30 bookable annual leave days, plus bank holidays and 2 weeks off at Christmas
• Supportive team environment
• Access to same-day GP appointments
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments
• Electric car scheme
• On-site gym and florist, site dependent
• Access…