Working at Ascentis

About Us

Ascentis is one of the UK’s leading educational charities that transforms the lives of around 170,000 people every year through our range of qualifications and specialist software. We work closely with colleges, schools, independent training organisations and universities to design cutting-edge qualifications to enable people to progress to further study, higher education and employment.

Ascentis also has a subsidiary company called International Dyslexia Learning Solutions Ltd. (IDLS). IDLS provides specialist multi-sensory software programmes to primary and secondary schools in the UK and internationally. The focus of IDLS is to provide learning solutions to those with literacy and numeracy needs.

Today the software is used by thousands of children across the world.

How are we managing during COVID-19?

As one team, we have pulled together to adapt really well to current conditions, and our excellent financial performance and secure position is a reflection of this. Currently, all employees are working from home to ensure their safety and the safety of their family and friends. Whilst working from home we are keeping everyone connected through Microsoft Teams, video calls, daily team meetings, updates from the Leadership Team through online videos, and group chats. Well-being is very important to us as an employer and we value and encourage positive well-being in the workplace.

We have shown this through providing resources, signposting details, well-being guidance, making use of our Employee Assistance Programme and regularly communicating company updates. We are also recognising employees' standout contributions through our Star of the Week programme and we've kept in touch with each other through fun quizzes and even having a call with employees and their pets!

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Annual Leave

It is very important for employees to have a healthy work life balance. We offer 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays totalling 33 days.

Family Friendly

We offer a generous and supportive enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave and pay package.

Tailored learning and development opportunities

We invest in our people through our amazing development programme, to nurture their talent and realise their ambitions.

Pension scheme

We offer competitive pension benefits, matching contributions up to 6%, once you have passed probation.

Well-being

We support employees' well-being by offering enhanced sick pay, life insurance, paid compassionate leave, free eye tests, and an annual flu vaccination. We also regularly communicate helpful resources and toolkits to employees and managers.

Incremental Service benefits

As you increase your service, you will be entitled to additional paid days off which includes your Birthday.

24 Hour Employee Helpline

Employee Helpline provides a confidential 24 hours a day, 7 days a week service to advise and support you on topics including health, family, finances, and much more.

Cycle2Work

Save money on fuel, car parking and public transport fares with our salary sacrifice for a brand new bike.

Technology Scheme

You can get the latest tech such as tablets, phones, computers and laptops through us as your employer.

Gym membership

We offer discounted rates for a gym membership at our local gym 3-1-5, which you can pay through your salary.

Parking

We offer free onsite parking for all employees.

Free tea and coffee

Unlimited free tea and coffee making facilities for all employees.

Charity Work

We love to give back to local and national charities! Fancy dress, cake baking, netball matches, quizzes and lots more. We are always thinking of new ways to raise money for fantastic causes.

Communication Days

Keeping everyone in the know on what’s happening in the organisation and providing team building activities.

Colleagues

“I absolutely adore working at Ascentis, I have been here just short of three years now and I wouldn’t change a thing. Every day is different and exciting. We are our own little family and help each other with our exciting journeys. Ascentis always look for how to help their employees reach where they want to be within the company and give so many great staff benefits. Everyone here at Ascentis are so helpful and welcoming. We pride ourselves in looking after each other and our customers and with the relationships, we build within the company it shines through onto each and every customer we come into contact with.”

- Keeley, Operations Co-ordinator

“At Ascentis everyone is friendly, easy to get along with and we all work together as a team, it is wonderful to hear how our qualifications really help learners to succeed and progress in life. We have an opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives and change their futures for the better.”

- Graham, Commercial Manager

“I love the variety. Working closely with the CEO and DCEO is a very rewarding opportunity. As a recent graduate, I value the freedom to experiment and learn from those around me. I enjoy challenges and I am grateful for a culture that allows me to continuously grow and achieve my goals.”

- Ranya, Executive Assistant to CEO

"I started at Ascentis in customer services and worked with many experienced and skilled colleagues who trained and supported me throughout my time here. I have since been promoted to a Quality Assurance Manager where I have continued to develop new skills and gain new experience. Ascentis has always been committed to supporting my development within the company and I feel although I have worked here for 7 years, I am continually learning and gaining a better knowledge and understanding of the education sector and business as a whole."

-Hannah, Quality Assurance Manager

"I have really grown as an individual since joining the IDL team. By seizing the opportunities made available to me at IDL, I have transformed from a recent graduate with little business knowledge into a Sales Manager who can communicate confidently with professionals within the education sector. In my current role, I am responsible for generating business leads in the South-East of England. The work is faced-paced and often challenging, yet it is extremely rewarding. One of the best things about working for IDL is the level of support provided by management who will go the extra mile to assist with the development of staff."

-Oliver, Interventions Advisor

"Having joined Ascentis as a graduate, I was able to hone my technical skills and learn from like-minded individuals, whilst working on a numerous projects. The development offered and the wide-range of opportunities at Ascentis has allowed me to progress to my current role, as the IT Manager."

-Aaron, IT Manager

"I came into my role as a Product Development Manager being able to utilise my skills and experience gained from my teaching background. It has been great for me to still feel like I am having a valuable input into the education of many learners through the qualifications that I help to develop. I have been able to progress in my role in a relatively short space of time with the support of the whole Ascentis team. It is really encouraging to work for an organisation that has the needs of the learners that it supports at the heart of everything it does."

-Anita, Senior Product Development Manager

Our Vision is: Creating life changing opportunities for all.

Our Mission is: To enable learning through innovative education and exceptional customer service.

Culture: Here at Ascentis we are passionate about our people; committed to openness, honesty and trust; bound together by shared values. We are committed to rigorous quality assurance ensuring highest standards and performance. We promote a problem solving culture with a 'can do' attitude that seeks to remove barriers to success. We are dedicated to fulfilling our customers' needs by providing a timely, responsive and inspiring service. We will deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.