Purpose of this Role
- Provide Pearson education centre and tutors with advice on programme and assessment design and delivery.
- Contribute to quality enhancement of the delivery through external examiner sampling and visit activities
- Ensure centres' compliance with Pearson quality assurance expectations for RQF BTEC Higher National programmes
- Affirm national standards have been achieved and upheld
- Support centres in the delivery and assessment of BTEC Higher National programmes to national standards.
Key Accountabilities
Covering a defined range of programmes within a sector, the External Examiner (EE) will:
- Undertake sampling of assessed student work to establish outcomes are in accordance with Pearson , and professional standards for Higher National qualifications
- Provide sampling-related reports, feedback and de velopment advice to centre s and Pearson
- Produce quality assurance reports for centres and Pearson on the sampling undertaken , outcomes reached, and support provided
- Apply appropriate sanctions , in consultation with the team , where necessary to assure quality of learning, teaching , assessment and professionalism
- Work with centres to develop and implement action plans where standards are not being uphel d
- Facilitate s ourc ing materials for training and standardisation events
- Participate annually in online training and standardisation a ctivi ties
- Undertake any other duties appropriate role of External Examiner
Pr e vious Experience:
Essential :
- E xperience in esports education and the esports ecosystem, or in esports or related industry or related experience in any of the following in Business, Media and/or Sports sectors
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Pathway
Experience requirement /Qualifications
- Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Esports (General)
- Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Esports (General)
- Business/Media/Sports/IT related undergraduate/postgraduate degree
- Esports experience in education or related industry
- Prior experience in grading, examination, sampling, or a related role is preferred
- Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Esports (Operations
Management)
- Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Esports (Operations
Management)
- Business related undergraduate/postgraduate degree
- Esports experience in education or related industry
- Prior experience in grading, examination, sampling, or a related role is preferred
- Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Esports (Production)
- Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Esports (Production)
- Media related undergraduate/postgraduate degree
- Esports experience in education or related industry
- Prior experience in grading, examination, sampling, or a related role is preferred
- Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Esports (Athlete Support
and Development)
- Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Esports (Athlete Support
and Development)
- Sports related undergraduate/postgraduate degree
- Esports experience in education or related industry
- Prior experience in grading, examination, sampling, or a related role is preferred
- Familiarity with the esports industry, popular games, esports culture, policies and the competitive landscape .
- Evidence of recent, relevant continuing professional development (CPD) in the sector that demonstrates broad sector currency
Desirable :
- E xperience in delivering and assessing BTEC Higher National qualifications in the subject area s
- A willingness to use technology-based approaches to communication and centre support
- International education experience related to the healthcare sector
- Previous external examining experience for RQF/FHEQ levels 4/5
Skills and Knowledge
Essential :
- Hold a recognised qualification at least at FEHQ Level 6
- A student and customer-focused approach
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work within the scope of service level agreements
- Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication skills
- Experience using technology to communicate with a variety of individuals and teams
- A good working knowledge of the specifications relevant to the sector
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Desirable:
- Knowledge of BTEC Higher National delivery and assessment
- Using systems approaches to quality enhancement
- Word processing , presentation (in-person and virtual) and intermediate Excel skills
About 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.
- Welcome to Pearson, the world's leading learning company. We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally.
- 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.