SpLD Specialist Teacher / Assessor

Activate Learning are now looking to recruit a highly organised and methodical Specialist Teacher/Assessor to join the Group Learning Support, based at our Banbury and Bicester College campus. Group Learning Support works with young people who face barriers to education, including learners with special educational needs and those with an EHCP. This post provides an excellent opportunity for someone with passion and drive who is committed to working with our students, assessing their learning needs and providing the support needed to ensure that they can achieve. Responsibilities include:

• Completing the psychometric assessments required and the associated paperwork for the purpose of exam access arrangements to meet JCQ and awarding body requirements and identification of specific learning difficulties
• Completing any full diagnostic assessments required for the identification of specific learning difficulties
• Planning and delivery of study support to learners with specific barriers to learning as required
• Contributing to the professional development of staff through the delivery of CPD and sharing good practice
Our Group Learning Support team offer a friendly and supportive working environment, where no two days are the same, staff are valued and CPD is provided. The is a full-time, fixed term contract until January 2025 based at our Banbury and Bicester campus. What do you need to be a successful Specialist Teacher/Assessor at Activate Learning? The ideal candidate will have a current Assessment Practising Certificate (APC) issued by Patoss, the Dyslexia Guild or the British Dyslexia Association; and / or a post-graduate Level 7 qualification in specialist assessment, which must include training in the theoretical basis underlying psychometric tests and the use, selection and administration of nationally standardised tests. You will also have an appropriate qualification to teach and make recommendations for secondary aged or adult learners who have learning difficulties or be a HCPC registered psychologist.

Strong team values, a desire to innovate within the learning experience and the ability to adapt flexibly to the changing needs of learners are essential. You will possess experience of SEND, study skills support and teaching numeracy and literacy, along with the ability communicate with learners from varied backgrounds and of different abilities. Excellent communication and organisation skills are required in this role, alongside a high level of attention to detail.

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning. We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish. When you work for Activate Learning, you're working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone. Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.


• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity, closed vacancies will prevent application form submission. Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts. Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.