Job Description

Location: UK

The

Australian Council for Educational Research

(ACER) is an independent, not-for-profit educational research and development organisation focused on creating and promoting research-based knowledge, products and services that can be used to improve learning across the life span.

Applications must be made directly via our website. Applications submitted to Indeed will not be reviewed.

https://careers.acer.org/job-invite/902/

Position overview

ACER School Assessment Administrators (SAAs) are a group of skilled and experienced educational professionals who make an essential contribution to the assessment development and delivery process. Their role is to manage the assessment administration process within schools and other educational institutions to ensure assessments are administered in a standardised way and that assessment security is maintained.

Position context

ACER UK work across several projects that requires SAAs across England, and we are seeking educational professionals to join our ACER AA database for future projects.

For each project, training is conducted prior to the first administration and you will be paid to attend. Depending on the project, the number of schools per week is negotiable, though we would ideally like you to commit to at least 4 schools per week in any administration period.

The role of SAA is great for those looking to supplement their income who can commit to travelling within a reasonable distance of their home over defined periods of time to deliver assessments. We provide our SAAs with all the training and instructions they need, and we cover pre-agreed travelling expenses.

Although rates may vary depending on the requirements of the project, for most projects, SAAs can expect to earn between 20-25 per hour plus pre-approved expenses.

Outline of Duties

The duties of the SAA will vary depending on the nature of the project and the requirements of ACER's clients. Below is an example of the sorts of typical duties SAAs would be expected to carry out. For each project, key performance measures will be set for SAAs, which they will be required to meet.

Before the assessment

Complete training as advised by ACER (either face-to-face or online)

During the assessment

Oversee learners who will be undertaking the assessment Ensure the assessments are administered in accordance with the specified instructions Accurate checking/collection of learner data Accurate completion and collection of any questionnaires Deal with enquiries and exceptional circumstances should they arise during the assessment and report any irregularities to ACER Ensure materials are managed securely Work with the class teacher in administering the test and managing pupil needs

After the trial

Check and collate assessment materials Return materials to ACER as instructed Communicate tracking information to ACER Communicate with school/educational institution personnel to arrange suitable times to conduct the assessment Establish professional working relationships with the relevant school(s)/educational institution(s) Receive and check assessment materials, reporting any issues immediately to ACER Ensure the secure storage and management of assessment materials

Skills, knowledge and experience

Essential

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or GTCS registration if based in Scotland

Be confident to lead an assessment of learners

Hold Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate or PVG/Enhance Disclosure if based in Scotland

Be able to communicate confidently, effectively and professionally with school/educational institution and ACER staff

Be able to demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail and to deadlines

Experience of working with children and young people

Have access to a computer or laptop with broadband internet connection and a private e-mail address

Access to a printer

Desirable

Preferably hold a full UK driving licence Experience of working as an administrator or Invigilator

Additional Information

Location: Schools across the UK

Function: Assessment Administration - in schools

Salary: Between 20-25 per hour depending on location

Contract: Temporary

Training: Mandatory for each project, travel and attendance will be paid. Date TBC depending on project.

Assessment invigilation window: Ranging from January 2026- July 2026

Applicants for this post must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.

Applications must be made directly via our website. Applications submitted to Indeed will not be reviewed.

https://careers.acer.org/job-invite/902/

Job Type: Contract

Pay: 20.00-25.00 per hour

Work Location: On the road

Application deadline: 29/11/2024