End Point Assessor - Early Years Lead Practitioner - Cornwall Area in London, United Kingdom
We are accepting applications for this advert for CORNWALL AREA only.
About Pearson
Pearson is the world's leading learning company, with 35,000 employees in more than 70 countries working to help people of all ages to make measurable progress in their lives through learning. We put the apprentice at the centre of everything we do, because wherever learning flourishes, so do people.
Overview of the independent end-point assessor role
Government has introduced a requirement that all apprenticeships contain an end-point assessment (EPA) which is a holistic assessment of the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviour (KSBs) that have been learnt throughout the apprenticeship. This ensures that apprentices meet the rigorous standard set by employers and are fully competent in the relevant occupation.
An independent EPA means that those deciding on the competency of the apprentice have nothing to gain from the outcome of the assessment. To maintain independence, an independent end-point assessor (IEA) can only undertake assessments of apprentices with whom they have no conflict of interest.
The end-point assessments will be conducted onsite or remotely, on dates agreed with employers and/or providers. Independent end-point assessors will record and submit the EPA outcomes, with clear justifications for the grading decisions. EPA activities will be quality assured by Pearson quality assurance representatives.
IEAs for these EPAs will be qualified IQAs that meet the occupational profile of the apprentices they are assessing and will be trained, standardized, and approved to operate as IEAs.
Key Accountabilities:
1. Take part in regular training and standardisation activities.
2. Maintain and provide evidence of ongoing, relevant Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
3. Assess the performance of candidates in accordance with published assessment and grading criteria and procedures.
4. Follow the protocols set out in Pearson’s specifications, assessment materials and quality assurance protocols.
5. Maintain service-level agreements with regards to responding to EPA planning and operational activities.
6. Report all risks and issues encountered during the end-point assessment to Pearson.
7. Ensure all EPA reports and assessment evidence are high quality and recorded accurately.
8. Support Pearson with any appeals from apprentices regarding assessment decisions.
9. Raise any conflicts of interest.
10. Contribute to the continuous improvement of Pearson’s end-point assessment activities.
Person Specification
This occupation is found in various settings including day nurseries, playgroups, and schools. The broad purpose is to be a proactive and influential practitioner, working directly with children, leading day-to-day practice.
Occupational Profiles:
1. Have the competence to assess the apprentice at this level and hold any required qualifications and experience.
2. Understand the occupational standard and the requirements of this EPA.
3. Have up-to-date knowledge and expertise of the subject matter.
4. Deliver the end-point assessment in line with the EPA plan.
5. Comply with the IQA requirements of the EPA.
Background and Experience (essential):
1. Hold a relevant Level 6 qualification.
2. Have 2 years postgraduate relevant experience within Early Years Practice.
3. Hold a DBS Certificate.
Essential others
1. Only UK-based candidates will be considered.
2. Minimum of two working days during the week will be required for the EPA role.
Background and Experience (desirable):
1. Experience of marking or grading judgements.
2. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
3. Knowledge of relevant legislation and codes of practice.
Other requirements
1. Have personal IT equipment capable of running Pearson required software.
2. Have a suitable broadband connection, microphone, headphones, and a webcam.
3. Have a personal and secure email account.
4. Have the right to work in the UK.
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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