Job Overview
This role works collaboratively with the Assessment Accessibility Team and wider colleagues to support ongoing improvements in accessible assessment design and reasonable adjustments, in line with best practice and our organisational EDIB (equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging) strategy. It helps ensure candidates with diverse needs, including SEND, have access to a fair and valid assessment experience. As part of this role, you will:
Responsibilities
* Support the team with practical tasks that contribute to more accessible and inclusive assessments,
* Help review and suggest improvements to assessment design, with attention to language, contexts and presentation,
* Assist with research, analysis and background work to inform accessibility improvements and guidance drafting,
* Help respond to routine queries and support ongoing projects related to access arrangements and modified papers,
* Contribute to working groups, meetings and shared resources, gaining hands‑on experience of collaborative practice within a large international organisation.
Key Dates
* 30th March – 10th April: After submitting your application, there will be a selection period where we review all candidates.
* 4th – 15th May: You can expect to hear from us with an application update, and if you're successful, be invited to interview.
* 18th – 29th May: You can expect an update on your interview, if you're successful you will receive a placement offer. We will ask for acceptance responses by 29th May.
Qualifications
* An interest in education, accessibility and inclusion, with a genuine commitment to fairness and a willingness to learn about supporting learners with diverse needs.
* Strong attention to detail and an organised approach to managing information, documentation and tasks accurately.
* The ability to manage time effectively, balance multiple tasks, and prioritise work when supporting competing activities or deadlines.
* Confidence working both independently and collaboratively with the ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with a range of colleagues.
* A positive, flexible attitude, with curiosity, openness to feedback and motivation to develop new skills and follow established processes.
* A responsible and professional approach to work, recognising the importance of accuracy, confidentiality and consistency when supporting assessment‑related activity.
You are motivated by fairness, accessibility and inclusion in education, with a genuine interest in reducing barriers so all learners can demonstrate what they know and can do. You value collaboration, are open to learning, and want your work to have a positive impact. You are keen to contribute to accessible assessment practices that support learners with diverse needs and promote fair and valid assessment experiences.
Legal & Diversity Statement
We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme’s Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long‑term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long‑term health condition.
We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world‑leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that explores new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe — for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress in an environment that embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it’s safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together.
We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neuro‑diversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity, cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.
Benefits
* Annual leave plus bank holidays (pro‑rata, in line with Working Time Regulations)
* Green travel schemes
* Cambridge Extra Discounts – Access to Discounts and cashback portal
Food & Drink Facilities: Our subsidised café and canteen offer a variety of snacks, breakfast, and lunch options – including a daily pizza selection. We offer six lunch choices, including vegetarian and vegan meals, ranging from £1.05 to £6.00. Plus, you’ll have access to free water, tea, and coffee throughout the office. Alternatively, you are welcome to bring your own lunches; microwaves are also available for heating up food. Approximate spend based on maximum of 3 days in office: 2 days £10‑£20, 3 days £15‑£30 – over 8 weeks approximately £160‑£240.
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