BTEC - HN 4-7 - HN ESport - External Examiner (HN)
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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 development advice to centres 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 upheld.
* Facilitate sourcing materials for training and standardisation events.
* Participate annually in online training and standardisation activities.
* Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role of External Examiner.
Previous Experience:
* Experience 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.
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).
* Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Esports (Production).
* Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Esports (Production).
* 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.
* 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.
Skills and Knowledge
* 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.
Application Information
We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
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