"Independent Assessor for End Point Assessment (IA EPA) in Digital Technology Solutions Professional"

Sheffield Hallam University - College of Business, Technology, and Enterprise - School of Computing and Digital Technologies

Placed On: 16th February 2026

Closes: 8th March 2026

Job Ref: 117407

Casual – variable hours to suit

Closing date 8/03/2026 at 23:30

We will be assessing applications at regular intervals before the closing date to recruit to these multiple posts so please ensure that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible

The role

This role is to undertake the end-point assessment of apprentices on undergraduate apprenticeships in computing.

Sheffield Hallam University currently delivers apprenticeships using the undergraduate Digital and Technology Solutions Professional standard. We are creating a team of Independent Assessors for the following specialisms:

• Software Engineering
• IT Consultant
• Data Analyst

The team of Independent Assessors will assess apprentices’ performance in the End-Point Assessment phase of their apprenticeship. Apprentices will be evaluated against the set of Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours that are given in each standard.

The Independent Assessors will evaluate the apprentices’

1. Portfolio of evidence through a Professional Discussion
2. A presentation given by the apprentice
3. Final written report

The Independent Assessor will provide detailed feedback using appropriate mechanisms and enter assessment outcomes into the appropriate system in line with deadlines. Full training will be given on both the standards and assessment processes, and Independent Assessors will be supported in their work by experienced University staff.

The department

The School of Computing and Digital Technologies is a large and vibrant school engaged in taught programs, research and innovation, and knowledge exchange. All our UG and PG programs are underpinned by project-based learning, which facilitates embedding industry experience across all the programs. The school is home to the multi-disciplinary team that composes the Smart Interactive Technologies lab, which focuses on innovative research and developments investigating all the aspects of modelling and applying physical and intelligent systems, which coexist harmoniously.