Salary: £30,000 - £40,000
Location: UK, monthly working from our office in Slough.
Job Type: 12 month fixed term contract.
Hours: 28-35 hours (as open to exploring part and full time working)
Are you passionate about English education and assessment? Join NFER as a Researcher in Assessment and contribute to our mission of supporting the development of education systems in the UK and around the world.
About the Role:
As a Researcher in Assessment at NFER, you will conduct a range of activities on various English assessment projects, including finding and developing reading texts, creating writing prompts, and writing content for paper-based and computer-based assessments. You will also contribute to the wider assessment and research activities of the Department, including business development and proposal writing.
Key Responsibilities:
· Contribute to different English assessment projects, including international projects (some overseas travel may be required).
· Design English research and assessment instruments.
· Conduct basic statistical analysis of assessment data.
· Assist in conducting and analysing quantitative and qualitative research.
· Contribute to project reports and other research outcomes.
· Take actions to ensure that assessment projects have an impact on learners, practitioners, or policy makers.
Requirements:
· A degree or equivalent in English or a relevant subject/combined subject.
· A teaching qualification.
· A background in secondary English teaching and assessment, including GCSE and A level.
· Basic knowledge and skills in assessment and research.
· Knowledge of the basic principles of project management.
· Ability to manage your own time and work to deadlines.
· Experience of work in UK schools.
· Good organisational and communication skills.
Why NFER?
At NFER, we prioritise making a positive impact rather than pursuing profit. We are a respected independent charity recognised as a trusted source for education resources, research evidence, and insights worldwide. We foster collaboration and flexibility, allowing you to tailor your work approach to meet customer, team, and personal commitments effectively. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, promoting fair employment practices and equal opportunities for all within our organisation.
We offer our Researcher in Assessment:
· Competitive salary, reviewed annually
· Generous pension scheme
· 42 days’ holiday per year including Bank Holidays + additional discretionary days
· Excellent support for continued professional development
· Flexible working arrangement from day one
· Lots of well-being and social activities
Application Process:
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences, and abilities. We are reviewing applications regularly as part of an ongoing recruitment process with a job closing date of 30th June 2024. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us and we will discuss how we can assist.
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