Assessment Developer
Employer: Gateway Qualifications
Location: You’ll be based at home and will therefore need a reliable, high speed internet connection and a quiet, suitably furnished, place to work. Twice a year, we bring the whole Gateway Qualifications team together for in-person staff days; fun events focused on connection, collaboration, and celebrating our culture. We ask all staff to be willing and able to attend these valuable team-building experiences which currently take place in Essex.
Working hours: Full time, 35 hours per week. Hours and days to be agreed with manager and may be subject to change to respond to customer needs.
Salary: £27,400 - £32,490 per annum (depending on experience)
Closing date: midday on Wednesday 22nd July 2026
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Design Assessments. Shape Qualifications. Make a Difference.
Are you passionate about assessment design and creating fair, valid and engaging assessments that help learners demonstrate their knowledge and skills?
We’re looking for an Assessment Developer (Design) to join our Product team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in designing high-quality assessments that support qualification delivery, meet regulatory requirements and provide an excellent experience for learners.
About the Role
As an Assessment Developer (Design), you’ll be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining assessments across a range of qualifications and assessment methods. You’ll work closely with subject experts, examiners and colleagues across the business to ensure assessments are robust, reliable and fit for purpose.
Key Responsibilities:
Designing assessment models, blueprints and assessment strategies
Writing and quality assuring assessment materials, including question papers, tasks and mark schemes
Developing assessments across multiple formats, including MCQs, practical tasks and extended responses
Supporting pilot testing, analysis and continuous improvement activities
Ensuring assessments meet regulatory requirements and industry best practice
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders throughout the development process.
About You
We’re looking for someone who combines creativity with attention to detail and enjoys turning qualification requirements into meaningful assessments.
You’ll Bring
Experience designing assessments within an Awarding Organisation or education setting
A strong understanding of assessment theory and practice
Excellent writing and proofreading skills
Experience working with a range of assessment methods
Strong analytical and project management skills
A commitment to fairness, accessibility and learner-centred design.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced assessment professionals and have a direct impact on the quality and integrity of qualifications used by learners across the UK. You’ll join a collaborative, values-led organisation that encourages innovation, continuous improvement and professional development.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking for a role where you can combine assessment expertise, creativity and quality to make a real difference to learners, we’d love to hear from you.
Candidate Pack – Assessment Developer (Design)
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you meet most of the criteria, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t match every requirement.
Guided by our values of Partnership, Integrity, Quality and Originality, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are respected and valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who bring different perspectives, identities, life experiences or ways of thinking.
What We Offer
We offer a great employment package that includes 30 days paid holiday (pro rata for part time staff) plus public holidays, a career average defined benefit pension scheme, a Health Cash Plan. and an individual LinkedIn learning licence giving access to a variety of courses to support your Continued Professional Development (CPD).
You’ll be based at home and will therefore need a reliable, high speed internet connection and a quiet, suitably furnished, place to work.
Twice a year, we bring the whole Gateway Qualifications team together for in-person staff days; fun events focused on connection, collaboration, and celebrating our culture. We ask all staff to be willing and able to attend these valuable team-building experiences which currently take place in Essex.
Why Join Gateway Qualifications
We are proudly regulated by Ofqual and Qualifications Wales, and you’ll play a vital role in maintaining our reputation for high-quality, trusted qualifications. Our focus is on creating the highest levels of in-demand qualifications which are accessible to everyone enabling all learners to thrive. To do that, we want people working with us who represent and reflect the diversity of everyone in the UK. As an equal opportunity employer, we therefore encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion.
By joining Gateway Qualifications, you’ll become part of an award-winning team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of learners. Our commitment to excellence has been recognised across multiple categories at the Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB) Awards.
We’re proud of the impact we make, and we’re excited to welcome others who share our passion for quality, integrity, and learner success.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the right role for you, take a look at the candidate pack for full details of the role, and you can submit your application via the apply button below. Please include your CV and a Covering Letter that tells us why you’re suited to the role.
Candidate Pack – Assessment Developer (Design)
The closing date for applications will be midday on Wednesday 22nd July 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. We may also consider applications as they arrive and may start interviewing prior to the closing date. Therefore, if you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
All candidates shortlisted for interview will be required to complete an online digital literacy skills assessment and/or a role-related task as part of the selection process.
Interviews will be held online to ensure accessibility and flexibility for all candidates.
First stage interviews are scheduled for Thursday 6th and Friday 7th August 2026
Second stage interviews are scheduled for Tuesday 11th and Wednesday 12th August 2026.
Please note that you must have proof that you have the right to work and live in the UK.
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