Associate Assessor - Standard: Broadcast and Media Systems Technical Operator (Level 3)

Hours per week: Contracted

Salary/Fee: Fee per assessment, based on daily rate

Location: Multiple locations across the UK. Occasional travel to AIM HQ in Derby may be required.

About AIM 

AIM supports the growth in the end-point assessment (EPA) of apprenticeship standards, delivering high-quality EPA in partnership with major employers across sectors. We are looking for talented and motivated internal quality assurers for Broadcast and Media Systems Technical Operator standard.

About the role

End-point assessors carry out independent assessment of apprentices once they have passed through the gateway. Assessors must maintain up-to-date occupational competence and knowledge to remain credible and ensure fair assessment. 

Responsibilities 

• Assess and document apprentice competence against apprenticeship standards using stated assessment methods. 

• Carry out and record EPA activities in line with AIM and regulatory requirements. 

• Provide clear feedback to apprentices on assessment decisions. 

• Complete and submit reports within required timescales. 

• Participate in training and standardisation activities. 

• Maintain thorough knowledge of AIM EPA policies and procedures. 

Requirements

Essential requirements:  

• Hold or be working towards a recognised assessor qualification (e.g., CAVA, TAQA). 
• Be occupationally qualified in the subject area, at least one level higher than the standard applying for, gained in the last 3 years, or significant experience in the occupation or sector. 
• Understand the apprenticeship occupational standard and EPA plan. 
• Minimum Level 2 English and Maths. 
• Be independent with no conflict of interest (must not benefit or be disadvantaged by assessment outcomes) 
• Maintain and evidence up-to-date occupational knowledge and expertise. 
• Attend induction and standardisation events: Before first EPA, when EPA is updated, and then on a 6 month basis.  
• Comply with all Internal and external quality assurance requirements. 
• UK residency and right to work. 
• Diversity orientation and inclusive approach. 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. 
• Excellent organisational and communication skills. 
• Willingness to travel and flexibility (standard specific) 

Desirable Skills 

• Experience of assessment (education sector experience desirable but not essential). 

• Driving licence (desirable). 

AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group are committed to promoting equity, celebrating diversity and ensuring inclusion across all aspects of our work as an Awarding Organisation. We require everyone regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances should have fair and equitable access to our qualifications, our services, and all our opportunities. 

We are dedicated to creating and continually maintaining an environment that is inclusive, is free from discrimination, harassment, or bias. This includes, but is in no way limited to, characteristics protected under the Equality Act 2010 age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

Our approach to equity, diversity and inclusion is embedded in the design, delivery and awarding of all our qualifications and assessment materials We actively work to remove barriers by using our impact assessment tool and make reasonable adjustments to ensure that all learners can achieve their full potential. We also endeavour to ensure that our assessment materials and processes are fair, accessible, and free from cultural or unconscious bias. 

We are committed to working toward: 

• Ensuring fairness and transparency in all our policies, procedures, and decision making. 
• Listening to and learning from the voices of our learners, our centres, our staff and our stakeholders especially those from underrepresented groups. 
• Regularly reviewing our practices to identify and address any and all inequality or unintended disadvantage. 
• Building a diverse workforce and partner network that reflects the communities we serve. 
• Supporting continuous professional development in EDI for all staff and associates. 

Our vision is to become a sector leader in inclusive awarding practices. We understand that this is an ongoing journey, and we are committed to continuous improvement to help create a more equitable and representative organisation.