Job Description

Employer
Coventry College
Location
Coventry, West Midlands
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary
33,993 to 36,071
Posted
8th October 2025
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
31st October 2025 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Permanent
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Job ID
1512876
Job Reference
CovCollege0143
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Contract Type :Permanent Job ID: 1512876

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.