External Examiner/BTEC Higher Nationals Engineering

Overview

External Examiner (EE)BTEC Higher NationalsPurpose of this Role

Affirm national standards have been achieved and upheldMonitor through external examiner sampling and visit activities, centres’ compliance with Pearson quality assurance expectations for RQF BTEC Higher National programmesSupport centres during the sampling processSupport centres in the delivery of BTEC Higher National programmes to national standardsKey Accountabilities

Covering a defined range of programmes within a sector, the External Examiner (EE) will:Undertake sampling of assessed student work within defined parameters and rules to establish that centres are assessing learning outcomes in accordance with Pearson standards for its Higher National qualificationsProvide sampling-related support and development to centresProduce reports for centres and Pearson on the sampling undertaken, outcomes reached, and support providedApply appropriate sanctions in consultation with the team leader where it is deemed assessment outcomes are not consistent with the published national standards being metProduce targeted actions for centres to assist with remedial actions where national standards are not being upheldSupport centres to understand and implement identified actionsFacilitate the Senior External Examiner (SEE) in sourcing materials for training and standardisationReport back to Pearson and centres following EE activity within agreed service-level agreementsUndertake any other duties appropriate to the work of Technical and Professional Assessment in relation to this rolePrevious Experience

Essential:Significant experience in delivering and assessing BTEC Higher National qualifications in the subject areaHold a qualification at least at Level 6 and a full and relevant competence qualification for working in the sectorParticipation annually in online training and standardisation and successful completion of the set standardisation activityDesirable:Evidence of recent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in the sectorA willingness to use technology-based approaches to communication and centre supportSkills and Knowledge

Essential:Excellent communication, written, verbal, IT and interpersonal skillsGood working knowledge of the specifications that comprise the area of expertise for the roleA customer-focused approachThe need to meet deadlinesDevelop and monitor clear action plansAbility to work effectively as part of a teamDesirable:Word processing and intermediate Excel skillsAbout Pearson

We value the power of inclusive culture and embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do. Pearson promotes a company culture where differences are embraced as strengths, opportunities are equal and accessible, consideration and respect are the norm. Through our talent, we believe that diversity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant company. People are at the centre of our company. We are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace ecosystem where talent can learn, grow, and thrive. We are the UK''s largest awarding body and offer qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in a range of General and Vocational courses.Application Information

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