Workplace Type: On-site
Job: TESTING CENTER
Schedule: PART_TIME
Our Organisation
Pearson VUE (pearsonvue.com) has been a pioneer in the computer-based testing industry for decades, delivering more than 15 million certification and licensure exams annually. We are the global leaders in developing and delivering high-stakes exams via the world's most comprehensive network of nearly 20,000 Test Centres in 180 countries.
Pearson VUE is a business of Pearson, the world's leading learning company. We are featured on The Forbes list of Best Employers and The Stonewall Top 100 Employers list, and we are recognised in the Best Employers for Diversity 2019 awards.
We are proud to offer an exceptional work environment where you can enjoy job satisfaction and we are now hiring for a Test Centre Administrator to join our successful team in Sutton Coldfield.
This is a permanent position requiring a minimum of 12 hours per week (including some Saturdays).
Working hours vary: candidates might be scheduled for an am shift (7:30 am to 3:00 pm), a lunch break (11:00 to 3:00 pm), a pm shift (11:00 to 7:15 pm), or a full shift (7:30 am- 7:15 pm). Saturdays (7:30 am - 16:15 pm).
The pay rate is £12.77 per hour, paid at the end of every month.
Your Responsibilities
1. Welcome, greet, and check-in customers/test-taking candidates.
2. Comply with all exams testing security and procedures and follow company policies using careful judgment.
3. Verify customer/candidate personal identification documents and explain the exam testing process/rules.
4. Proctor/invigilate candidates while they are completing their exam/test.
5. Troubleshoot with internal departments, such as our IT department, to fix any technical issues in the Test Centre.
6. Perform housekeeping duties such as vacuuming floors and sanitizing keyboards/workstations as necessary.
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain experience working with our diverse professional teams ensuring the candidate experience is positive. Our ideal applicant will be a true team player with availability to work a variety of shifts any day Monday through Sunday. Test Centres are open early in the morning, late at night, and on weekends; therefore, we require a colleague who is flexible.
Our Successful Applicant
We are looking for a friendly and professional team player with school qualifications in English and Maths. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) is advantageous.
You must be flexible to work different days and times and be comfortable in a quiet testing environment, with excellent attention to detail, monitoring for restricted behavior, and noticing details from a distance. You should be able to sit for long periods of time and escort candidates to and from the exam/testing room.
Our Recruitment Process
This is an essential role, so please apply now! Complete and submit your application as soon as possible directly on our Pearson Careers website. We are reviewing applications every day and scheduling interviews, so we encourage you to submit your application promptly.
We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other group protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. For us, learning isn't just what we do; it's who we are. To learn more: https://plc.pearson.com/.
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