About Us:
Newham College London, now merged with NewVIc Sixth Form College, is the largest post-16 education provider in Newham. With campuses in East Ham, Stratford, Plaistow, and the London City Institute of Technology (LCIoT) in Canning Town, we serve over 11,000 students across a range of pathways – including 16–18 study, adult education, apprenticeships, and higher education.
With over 800 staff, four main campuses, and an annual turnover of £60 million, Newham College is one of the borough’s largest employers and plays a key role in driving local economic and community development.
The Role:
We are looking for an Exam Access Arrangement Officer to join our Additional Learning Support (ALS) team. This is a pivotal role where you will lead the coordination and delivery of Exam Access Arrangements (EAA) across the college, helping to ensure that learners with additional needs are fully supported to succeed in their exams.
Working closely with the ALS and Exams teams, you will oversee the end-to-end EAA process—from coordinating assessments and managing documentation to ensuring compliance with awarding body regulations. Your work will directly impact learners by removing barriers and enabling them to perform at their best.
Key responsibilities:
Coordinate and oversee the Exam Access Arrangements process across all college sites
Work with assessors and the Exams team to ensure all applications meet JCQ and awarding body requirements
Manage and submit EAA documentation (e.g. Form 8, Form 9) accurately and on time
Maintain accurate learner records and support plans using college systems
Support early identification of learners who may require exam access arrangements
Ensure all approved arrangements are implemented effectively during exam periods
Develop guidance, processes, and training to support staff with EAA procedures
Liaise with internal teams, external professionals, and previous education settings
Our Ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:
Experience coordinating or administering exam access arrangements
Strong knowledge of JCQ regulations and awarding body requirements
Experience supporting learners with additional needs in an education setting
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and complex processes
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Confident using data systems and maintaining accurate records
Minimum Level 2 English and Maths (GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent)
Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education All employment offers are subject employment checks. These include (some of which are dependent on the role and the individual): Enhanced DBS including Children’s Barred List check, DfE teaching/management Barred List check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. You will be required to become familiar with the College's policies, and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are asked to complete mandatory training in relation to KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College’s mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.
Recruitment Process
The email account you use to apply will be used for all recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.
All application forms must be fully completed, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting.
The salary for this position is inclusive of London weighting. Please note that we advertise our salaries on a range to indicate the trajectory of progression that can be made. Appointments are usually made at the start of the salary range.
We regret that we are unable to respond to every application. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.
**Please note that we do not accept CVs**
Closing Date: 12/04/2026
Interview Date: TBC