Summary: The role of NFER Study Administrator involves qualified teachers administering assessments in Scottish Secondary schools during August and September 2025. Candidates must be flexible and able to travel to various schools while ensuring adherence to assessment guidelines. The position requires building relationships with school staff and acting as a professional ambassador for NFER. Training will be provided, and the role includes overseeing computer-based assessments as part of the PISA initiative.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete initial training in April 2025 and in-person training in Edinburgh in June/July.
• Arrange visits with allocated schools and communicate professionally via email.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with school staff.
• Travel to schools to oversee computer-based assessments during August and September 2025.
• Follow all study administration guidelines and scripts provided by NFER.
• Resolve any issues or queries schools may have with support from NFER.
• Adhere to security procedures and ensure materials are returned promptly.

Key Skills:

• Registered with the General Teaching Council Scotland (GTCS) or hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Knowledge of classroom management.
• Possess a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Computer literate for overseeing computer-based assessments.
• Willingness to travel up to 20 miles from home address to schools.
• Legally entitled to work in the UK and not barred from working with children.
• Experience working in secondary schools is desirable.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Education