Education Assessor

Overview

We're looking for a Digital Learning Assessor to join our friendly and supportive team at Peterborough College on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with adult learners, feels confident in a digital learning environment, and wants to make an immediate, positive impact. You'll play a key role in supporting learners on distance learning programmes, providing both academic and pastoral support, helping learners stay motivated and progress confidently through their courses.

• Assessing (and where qualified, moderating) distance learning courses within your curriculum specialism
• Supporting learners through telephone, email, video calls and online workshops
• Monitoring learner progress, submissions and engagement to ensure timely completion
• Providing clear, constructive feedback to support learner development
• Maintaining accurate learner records and completing marking within agreed time frames
• Working closely with the Distance Learning Lead and wider team to ensure best practice
• Creating a friendly, inclusive and supportive learning experience for all learners
• Experience delivering training to adult learners or employers is desirable but not essential

• An assessor qualification
• Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Recent experience in a similar assessing or teaching role
• Confidence supporting adult learners in a digital or distance learning setting
• Strong organisation, communication and IT skills
• A supportive, approachable and learner‑focused attitude

• A clear, time‑limited 6‑month role with defined responsibilities
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to adult learners
• A welcoming and collaborative team environment

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and discretionary days
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• A strong commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and staff development

If you're enthusiastic about digital learning and supporting learners to achieve their goals, we'd love to hear from you.