About this role
Purpose
An external reviewer is expected to conduct a written or recorded verbal review of the appropriateness of qualification(s) or unit(s) assigned to them. The reviewer must have sector/subject knowledge and/or experience relevant to the qualification(s)/unit(s) being reviewed.
Essential:
Previous experience of working with BTEC Business qualifications in development, assessment or standards role.
Required to work on a number of Business qualifications in the Vocational Qualifications suite.
Desirable:
Writing/reviewing experience of qualifications and/or assessments.
Responsibilities
The ability to comment on the appropriateness of the qualification/unit in terms of:
Suitability of unit title(s), unit aims and unit abstract
Suitability of unit content in terms of its currency, depth/breadth of difficulty and amount
Appropriateness of grading descriptors (if used)
Suitability of delivery and assessment guidance
Currency and suitability of suggested resources
Overall impressions of the specification/unit in relation to its fitness for purpose for learners and their progression.
Experience/qualifications needed
Educated to a level 4 standard or above with relevant qualifications for the sector/subject area of choice
Preferably hold a relevant teaching qualification
Good communication skills
Confident use of Information technology to provide the review
Ability to meet deadlines
Desirable
Current experience of delivering the qualification
And/or if appropriate: Experience of working in the sector.
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 e