Exam Access Arrangements Assistant

Location: New College Pontefract

Closing date: 27 September 2026 (midnight). Start date: As soon as possible.

About the role

The Access Arrangements Assistant will assist the SENDCo with the administrative tasks associated with the organisation of access arrangements. The successful candidate will have the knowledge, understanding and experience of working with young people in a similar environment and must be willing to undertake further training relevant to the post. Previous experience of organising access arrangements is essential, along with strong organisational skills and knowledge of JCQ requirements, in order to provide a high standard of support to students with their access and educational needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious candidate to join our dynamic and welcoming team at the forefront of the sector, and to make a real difference to the education and aspirations of the young people in the local community. New College Pontefract delivers primarily A Level provision, alongside a range of Applied General qualifications and GCSE Maths. Applications from 11‑16 teachers and ECTs welcome. New College Pontefract is an outstanding place to work and study, regularly near the top of UK sixth form college results tables and awarded outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in 2023. The personal development of students is as important to the college as their academic journey and every member of staff plays their part to make this happen. With over 2500 students, New College Pontefract is the founding member of the New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT). New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT) has a dynamic, positive and supportive culture for staff and students, with an enviable reputation for staff career progression and development. You will join a focused and driven team, committed to providing the highest standards of education and service. The Trust currently comprises of three 16‑19 Colleges, three Secondary Schools and three Primary Schools.

Responsibilities

• Assist the SENDCo with administrative tasks related to the organisation of access arrangements.
• Provide a high standard of support to students regarding their access and educational needs.
• Organise access arrangements in accordance with JCQ requirements.

Requirements

• Knowledge, understanding and experience of working with young people in a similar educational environment.
• Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the post.
• Previous experience of organising access arrangements is essential.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Knowledge of JCQ requirements.

Benefits

• Employer of the Year award (2023 MAT Excellence Awards).
• Strong commitment to staff wellbeing as outlined in the staff wellbeing charter.
• Access to high‑quality professional training, both in‑house and external.
• Attractive pension scheme.
• Additional benefits such as a cycle‑to‑work scheme and a technology scheme.
• A culture of self‑reflection and improvement to meet staff needs.

Pay

Support Staff Salary Band E, Scale Points 6‑9: £21,570 – £22,634 (FTE £25,558 – £26,818).

Schedule

Full time, 37 hours per week, Term Time only (38 weeks). Permanent contract.