[Hiring] Associate Tutor @Learndirect

Role Description

To work within the online learning platform(s) and internal quality assure learner portfolios across wildlife, marine biology and conservation specialisms in line with qualification specifications and awarding body requirements to maximise opportunities for learners. To support subject lead IQA and IQAs to achieve the required targets and contribute to the academic and operational effectiveness of the college. You will play a vital part of our learner journey and success.

Qualifications

• Degree in Zoology, Ecology and Conservation, Conservation Biology/Ecology, Wildlife Conservation Marine Biology (or related disciplines)
• Holds a Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices or its equivalent
• Holds an assessing/teaching qualification
• Has substantial experience of working in or assessing qualifications in the animal care subject sector area
• Is familiar with the assessment requirements of the qualification for which they are the Internal Quality Assurer

Requirements

• Internal quality assurance of learner e-portfolios
• Attend and actively contribute to standardisation meetings as requested by Head of Faculty
• Uphold the organisation's Internal Quality Assurance processes, working with awarding bodies
• Provide support to individual assessors and relevant assessment team(s) in relation to course requirements, delivery methodology and assessment
• Reporting on monthly IQA reports
• Maintain appropriate subject/expert knowledge (CPD) in the subject areas for which assessor responsibilities are agreed
• Assist in tracking and reporting progress of learners as required
• Actively uphold all of the organisation’s policies & procedures, including Safeguarding and Health and Safety, GDPR
• Maintain robust and accurate IQA records and provide feedback to tutors and Head of Faculty

Benefits

• Completely flexible remote working model
• Working on a self-employed Contract for Services basis
• Fees and payment rates will be discussed during interview
• Direct contact with a Head of Faculty for support with caseload management, learner queries and assessment processes

What we are looking for in you:

• Subject specialist educated to a degree level
• Holds or is working towards a Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
• Has experience of internal quality assurance in vocational setting
• Extensive subject knowledge
• Experience using a CRM would be preferred
• Experience of quality assurance processes and expectations of those conducting assessments, including an awareness of the key principles of awarding body requirements
• RQF Qualification in teaching and assessing
• Substantial evidence of CPD
• IQA or studying towards one would be an advantage
• Natural problem solver, able to reassure learners with queries
• Ability to work without close supervision
• Exceptional organisation
• Ability to give constructive feedback – verbally and in writing