The Post
The College is seeking to appoint a qualified and motivated Exam Access Arrangements Assessor to join our dedicated Learning Support Team. The post holder will play a key role in ensuring that learners with additional needs are given the support and access arrangements they are entitled to during exams and assessments, in line with the JCQ regulations.
The post holder will conduct assessments to determine appropriate access arrangements for learners with additional needs and then prepare and submit these through the Access Arrangements Online (AAO) system. They will also need to maintain accurate records of assessments, evidence and communication and effectively liaise with staff and students to ensure these arrangements are the student’s normal way of working.
Applicants must already hold a teaching qualification or be a registered HCPC psychologist and hold a recognised Level 7 qualification in assessing learning needs.
The post holder will ideally be experienced in assessing access arrangements, but appropriate support is available for newly qualified assessors.
The post is available from 24 August 2026 on a permanent, part-time basis. The hours of work are from 8.45am to 4.15pm on either three, four, or five days per week (with a 45-minute unpaid lunch break each day), term-time only (39 weeks per year).
The Department
The Department is housed in the Priory Building in a purpose-built centre that includes quiet working areas, desktop computers and one-to-one spaces. The Department has access to mobile learning devices and specialist software to further enhance learning.
The Department is a large and friendly team who work in a cooperative and flexible manner. Strong emphasis is given to mutual support by the exchange of ideas and materials.
Salary
The FTE starting salary for this post is £32,919 per annum. Progression is on an annual increment scale to FTE £34,809 per annum. The pro rata salary for each of the options above is: –
Three days (47.60%) – £15,669.44 to £16,569.08
Four days (63.47%) – £20,893.69 to £22,093.27
Five days (79.34%) – £26,117.93 to £27,617.46
Applying
Applicants are asked to complete and return the Support Staff application form to the Personnel Department by email to jobs@reigate.ac.uk as soon as possible, but no later than 9.00am on Monday 1 June 2026.
When completing their application, candidates are asked to indicate:
- Any experience you have of working as an Exams Access Arrangements Assessor
- Confirmation of the appropriate qualifications you have for the role
- Any experience you have working with young people with learning needs
- Any experience you have of working with young adults
- Any experience you have of working as part of a team
- Any other relevant experience relating to the post
- What option in terms of the number of days per week that you would prefer to work
Safeguarding
Reigate College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The college will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Application Form - Support Staff
