Job Title: Dyslexia Coordinator & EAA Assessor
Location: Coventry College
Contract Type: Full-Time
Hours per Week: 37 per week
Salary: SO2 - £33,993 to £36,071 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
About Us
Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we’ve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow—strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.
About the Role
We are looking to expand our existing ALS Team, based within our Learner Support Services department, with the addition of an exciting new role- Dyslexia Coordinator and EAA Assessor.
Are you passionate about learners getting the right support in order to meet their individual needs? The successful candidate will have previous experience of supporting a wide range of learners, implementing strategies to remove barriers to learning, ensuring that learners have the best possible chance of achieving their potential.
You will complete initial assessments and support plans for learners with Dyslexia, personalised to meet individual needs. In addition, you will sure that any exam concessions are put into effect by liaising with the ALS, Exams and Curriculum teams, as per the JCQ guidelines.
You will work with the ALS Team to promote a culture of developing student skills with assistive technology as a normal way of working.
The post is full time, 37 hours per week, however the successful candidate will need to have a flexible approach to their hours of work and be prepared to travel off-site to attend meetings.
Requirements
Must-Have:
• Hold a postgraduate level 7 qualification in Assessing for Access and a current Assessment Practising Certificate
• Be educated to degree level and possess a relevant professional qualification
• Experience of completing EAAs for learners with additional needs
• Experience of working within a post 16 setting.
• Have experience of maintaining a caseload of young people and setting targets which address barriers to learning and support achievement
What we offer
• Free on-site parking, including EV charging points
• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (TPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 34 days plus statutory bank holidays
• Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more
• This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
• On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon
• Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements
• A supportive, inclusive working environment
How to Apply
To apply, please complete our online application form, which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.