Medical Writing jobs in Oxfordshire

About Us

At the Fire Protection Association (FPA), we are the UK’s national fire safety organisation, dedicated to identifying fire risks and helping create safer built environments.

As a not-for-profit, our purpose drives everything we do. Our people are at the heart of our success—working collaboratively, respectfully, and with a shared mission to make a real difference. If you’re looking for a role where your work has genuine impact, this is an exciting time to join us.

The Role

We’re looking for either a Full Time or Part Time Assessor & IQA with relevant experience to join our Training Department to support learners through their qualification journeys in:

· Fire Risk Assessment

· Passive Fire Protection

· Fire Door Inspection

You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality assessment and internal quality assurance, ensuring learners receive clear, constructive feedback while maintaining awarding body standards.

This is a varied and rewarding role combining assessment, quality assurance, mentoring, and continuous improvement.

Work Location/Hours

Home-based, with occasional travel to Head Office

Full-time – 35 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Support and tutor learners, marking assessments and providing clear, constructive, and actionable (SMART) feedback
• Track learner progress in line with FPA and IQA requirements
• Deliver guidance on assessment processes (online and classroom-based)
• Conduct Internal Quality Assurance (IQA), ensuring consistency, validity, and compliance with awarding body standards
• Mentor and support assessors, promoting best practice and standardisation
• Manage your caseload effectively, meeting deadlines and quality expectations
• Contribute to the development and improvement of assessment materials
• Identify and address plagiarism or malpractice concerns
• Collaborate with internal teams and technical specialists to enhance assessment quality

Skills and Behaviours

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused
• Strong time management skills
• A collaborative mindset, with a willingness to share knowledge
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge or experience in; Fire Doors, Passive Fire Protection
• Level 4 qualification in Teaching and Learning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Experience of facilitation and influencing skills with experience in delivering clear, structured feedback

Desirable

• 3rd party accreditation or willingness to work towards
• Level 3 Award in Education and Training or experience of relevant CPD/Qualification delivery
• Level 4 Assessor qualification
• Experience of carrying out fire risk assessment and report writing
• Level 4 IQA qualification
• Fire Risk Assessment Level 4 regulated qualification or equivalent experience for Experienced Worker Route

We recognise that not everyone will meet every requirement listed. If your experience is transferable and you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our approach to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is built on trust, fairness, and opportunity for all.

Pay: £40,000.00-£41,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Banbury OX17 3NS