Adecco
London · Posted 3 Nov 2026 · 6 applicants
Sessional HE Transitions Assessor & Teacher
Day Rate: £250-£350 per day, dependent on qualifications and relevant FE/HE teaching and assessment experience, plus approved travel expenses
Contract: Sessional / Ad-hoc
Locations: Multiple UK locations (Derby, Leicester, Manchester, Newcastle, Greater London)
Regional travel required
The Role
We are looking for experienced FE/HE Teachers and Assessors to deliver face-to-face assessment and transition sessions with adult learners and prospective university students.
You will facilitate structured learning activities, assess learners' English language competence and academic readiness, and use your professional judgement to assess their suitability for higher education study.
Sessions are delivered at partner institutions, typically between 9.00am and 5.00pm, making this ideally suited to experienced education professionals looking for flexible, sessional work.
What You'll Be Doing
* Deliver engaging face-to-face assessment and transition sessions
* Support adult learners and prospective undergraduates
* Assess English language competence and academic readiness
* Evaluate learner performance and make professional assessment decisions
* Work collaboratively with colleagues at partner institutions
* Travel to different locations to deliver sessions
About You
To be considered, you will need:
* A recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS or equivalent
* Experience teaching within Further Education and/or Higher Education
* Experience working with adult learners
* Strong communication, presentation and facilitation skills
* Confidence assessing learner ability and academic readiness
* Good organisational and time-management skills
* The ability to work independently and professionally
* Flexibility and willingness to undertake regular regional travel
Desirable Experience
* Access to HE or Foundation Year programmes
* Widening participation
* Supporting mature, returning or non-traditional learners
* Admissions, interviews or progression activities
* Learner assessment
* Delivering workshops, applicant days or transition events
Locations
Derby | Leicester | Leeds | Luton | Manchester | Salford | Sunderland | Newcastle | Ilford | Stratford (London) | Greater London
Pay & Travel
* £250-£350 per day, depending on qualifications and experience
* Sessional, ad-hoc assignments based on programme requirements
* Regular regional travel is an essential part of the role
* Approved travel expenses are reimbursed in line with University policy
Apply Today
If you are an experienced FE or HE education professional with a recognised teaching qualification and a passion for supporting adult learners into higher education, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your up-to-date CV and include your current location and availability.