Exam Access Arrangement Officer

Salary: £28,633 - £31,055

Exam Access Arrangement Officer
Job description
Fixed Term - 31/07/2027

37 hours per week

To take responsibility for the effective delivery of the College's Exam Access Arrangements (Reasonable Adjustments) process, ensuring full compliance with JCQ regulations and awarding body requirements.

The post holder will carry out the process from the beginning to the end, documenting the initial learner's declaration of need and gathering supporting evidence,

through decision-making, arranging assessments and making awarding body applications, to communicating outcomes to learners and the Exam Team within required deadlines.

The post holder will ensure that all approved arrangements are accurately recorded and maintained to support the effective delivery of examinations and regulatory compliance.

The ability to use the Welsh language at a basic level (or willingness to undertake training) is desirable.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.

Requirements & Compliance

• Safeguarding: Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and EWC registration (costs covered by the candidate).
• Qualifications: Lecturers must hold or be willing to achieve a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE) within a set period.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Coleg Gwent is an anti-racist, Disability Confident Employer committed to equality under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome all identities and neurodiverse talent, particularly encouraging applications from underrepresented groups (Minority Ethnic, Female, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities). Support includes six staff networks (Race, LGBTQ+, Disability, etc.) and an ED&I steering group.

Staff Wellbeing

We provide comprehensive health support, including:

• Subsidised gym access and wellbeing activities.
• Access to the Headspace app and mental health champions.
• Accessible campuses and prayer rooms.

Closing Date: 27/09/26

Interview Date: 08/10/26