Examination Standards Specialist

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Pearson Full time

We are committed to delivering high-quality assessments that meet the needs of our learners, centres and employers.

About Us

Pearson is a world-leading education company that offers a range of qualifications and courses. We are dedicated to helping people achieve their goals through learning.

Job Description

The Principal Examiner will be responsible for ensuring that the standards of an externally assessed unit(s)/module(s)/component(s) are maintained and are consistent with the unit specification and assessment criteria. This involves leading meetings such as pre-standardisation and standardisation, participating in others such as appeals against results and post-series reviews, and representing Pearson at board hearings for examination appeals.

Main Responsibilities:
  • To ensure the timely delivery of your contracted unit(s)/module(s)/component(s).
  • To update the mark scheme/guidance before the pre-standardisation meeting, taking into account actual candidates' responses and feedback from supervisors/Examiners.
  • To lead meetings such as pre-standardisation and standardisation and participate in others such as appeals against results and post-series reviews.
  • To represent Pearson at board hearings for examination appeals.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Experience and knowledge of quality assurance and assessment practice.
  • A history of moderation and/or marking a regulated qualification.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Proven ability to provide and co-ordinate training such as standardisation and other standards-related activities.
  • A comprehensive knowledge of the specification for your specialist sector, including internal and external requirements.
Skills and Qualifications

You will also need:

  • High level of IT proficiency.
  • Leadership experience in delivering qualifications.
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance and requirements.
  • Report writing within a regulated industry.
Qualifications

Qualifications required to apply for your chosen role at Pearson will depend on the qualification you are delivering. Please contact Pearson ahead of your application if the requirements are not clear.

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this role is £35,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience. You will also receive a range of benefits, including a pension scheme, life insurance, and access to training and development opportunities.



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