Overview
Job description: Independent end-point assessor – Assistant Practitioner (Health) Level 5 – North of England and Suffolk/Essex
Pearson is the world's leading learning company. Pearson provides end-point assessments to ensure apprentices are job-ready and that assessments are consistent across locations and providers.
An independent end-point assessor (IEA) must have no conflict of interest and may only assess apprentices with whom they have no ties to their training provider. IAEs may conduct EPAs onsite or remotely on dates agreed with employers/providers. EPA outcomes are recorded and submitted with clear justifications; EPA activities are quality assured by Pearson representatives.
IEAs will be qualified IQAs that meet the occupational profile of the apprentices they assess and will be trained, standardised and approved to operate as IEAs. They will undertake EPAs in line with the apprenticeship assessment plan and Pearson materials.
Please see the Key Accountabilities and Person Specification sections for further details.
Key Accountabilities
* Take part in regular training and standardisation activities related to the EPA role.
* Maintain and provide evidence of ongoing, relevant Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
* Assess the performance of candidates in accordance with published assessment and grading criteria and procedures, ensuring standards are maintained.
* Follow the protocols set out in Pearson’s specifications, assessment materials and quality assurance protocols relating to the EPAs.
* Maintain service-level agreements for planning EPA activities, reports and submission of assessment outcomes.
* Report all risks and issues encountered during the end-point assessment to Pearson, including suspected malpractice/maladministration.
* Ensure EPA reports and assessment evidence are high quality and recorded accurately.
* Support Pearson with appeals from apprentices regarding assessment decisions, if necessary.
* Allow additional time for travel when making EPA arrangements.
* Raise any conflicts of interest, including regarding independence of assessment.
* Ensure that personal actions are completed as required by Pearson.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of Pearson’s end-point assessment activities.
* Contribute to external quality assurance activities undertaken by OfS in supporting the identified EPAO.
Person Specification
* Have recent relevant experience of the occupation or sector to at least occupational level 5 gained in the last 5 years or significant experience in the occupation or sector.
* Have sufficient CPD to demonstrate currency in line with the KSBs of the Assessment Plan.
* Hold a valid and current DBS and NMC Pin number.
* Have relevant occupational experience within hospitals, clinics, community settings within a specialist field (e.g., rehabilitation, diagnostic services).
* Work weekends and Bank holidays when required.
Occupational Profiles
Background and Experience (essential):
* Current relevant occupational competence within the workplace for at least 5 years.
* Knowledge and understanding of the profession; experience leading meetings/structured interviews/discussions.
* Experience complying with quality assurance/regulatory requirements.
* Evidence of commitment to maintaining CPD in line with new apprenticeship requirements and the EPA specialism.
* Assessing Qualification or Teaching Qualification (where applicable).
* Willing to travel to employer locations for face-to-face practical assessment.
* Minimum of two working days during the week will be required for EPA role.
* Hold an Enhanced DBS certificate (with or without a barred list check) registered for the update service. Other supporting documents may be required.
Background and Experience (desirable):
* Experience of marking or grading judgments.
* Experience in Healthcare at level 5.
Skills & Knowledge (Essential)
* Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills, including the ability to respond effectively to conflicts.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation and codes of practice.
* Sufficient and relevant technical knowledge of the telecoms industry, and in-depth knowledge of the associated apprenticeship standard, assessment plan, specification, assessment instruments and recording tools.
* Ability to assess free from bias and to assess and report risks; 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 United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland, Guernsey, Jersey or Isle of Man.
* Have the right to work in the UK.
* Allow additional time for travel when making EPA arrangements.
* Attend standardisation events and be willing to travel for face-to-face practical assessments.
Application Information: We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
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