Job Description

We are currently recruiting Examiners for the BTEC Nationals (Level 3) qualification. This is a part time role which will be completed at home, and in your own time.

Purpose

A BTEC Nationals Examiner marks candidates' responses in accordance with the pre-defined mark scheme, whilst adhering to the Code of Practice and examination procedures. Most subjects will be marked onscreen using ePEN, which can be done from home. A few subjects are still marked in the traditional method, using paper scripts sent through the post. A high level of subject knowledge is necessary in order to apply the mark scheme. Each examiner will receive an agreed allocation of scripts.

Responsibilities

To mark accurately and consistently to ensure overall standards are maintained. To submit samples to your Team Leader at designated times. To ensure milestones for marking are adhered to. To ensure all administration is completed as specified.

Requirements

To be considered for this role applicants must have:


Experience of delivering BTEC in a relevant sector at this level, or a teaching qualification and GCE, iAL or Applied GCE teaching experience in the relevant subject. Teaching / BTEC delivery experience must be for a minimum of 1 full year. Teaching / BTEC delivery experience must be within the last 8 years.
We are recruiting Examiners for the following sectors and/or specialisms:

Animal Management

Unit 1: Animal Breeding and Genetics


Unit 2: Animal Biology


Unit 3: Animal Welfare and Ethics

Applied Human Biology

Unit 1: Principles of Human Biology


Unit 3: Human Biology and Health Issues

Applied Law

Unit 1: Dispute Solving in Civil Law


Unit 3: Applying the Law

Applied Psychology

Unit 1: Psychological Approaches and Applications


Unit 3: Health Psychology

Applied Science

Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science I


Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills


Unit 5: Principles and Applications of Science II


Unit 7: Contemporary Issues in Science

Art and Design

Unit 1: Visual recording and Communication


Unit 2: Critical and Contextual Studies in Art and Design


Unit 6: Managing a Client Brief


Unit 7: Developing and Realising Creative Intentions

Business / Enterprise

Unit 2: Developing a Marketing Campaign


Unit 3: Personal and Business Finance


Unit 6: Principles of Management


Unit 7/2/6: Business Decision Making

Computing

Unit 1: Principles of Computer Science


Unit 2: Fundamentals of Computer Systems


Unit 3: Planning and Management of Computer Systems


Unit 4: Software Design and Development Project

Construction

Unit 1: Construction Principles


Unit 2: Construction Design


Unit 3: Tendering and Estimating

CPLD

Unit 1: Children's Development


Unit 2: Development of Children's Communication, Literacy and Numeracy Skills


Unit 4: Enquiries into Current Research in early Years Practice

Creative Media

Unit 1: Media Representations


Unit 3: Digital Media Skills


Unit 5: Specialist Subject Investigation


Unit 8: Responding to a Commission

Engineering

Unit 1: Engineering Principles


Unit 3: Engineering Product Design and Manufacture


Unit 6: Microcontroller Systems for Engineers

Equine Management

Unit 1: Equine Structure, Form and Function


Unit 2: Equine Diet and Nutrition


Unit 3: Managing Equine Disease

Forensic and Criminal Investigation

Unit 5: Applications of Criminology


Unit 7: Applications of Criminal and Forensic Psychology

Please note, the criteria for this sector are:

1 years' teaching experience in Psychology, Sociology or Criminology

A degree in Criminology, Psychology or Sociology with some relevance in Criminology or Forensics Psychology

Health and Social Care

Unit 1: Human Lifespan Development


Unit 2: Working in Health and Social Care


Unit 3: Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care


Unit 4: Enquiries into Current Research in Health and Social Care

IT

Unit1: Information Technology Systems


Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information


Unit 11: Cyber Security and Incident Management


Unit 14: IT Service Delivery

Land-Based - Agriculture / Countryside Management / Horticulture / Forestry and Arboriculture

Unit 1: Professional Working Responsibilities


Unit 2: Plant and Soil Science


Unit 3: Contemporary Issues in the Land-Based Sectors

Music

Unit 2: Professional Practice in the Music Industry


Unit 3: Ensemble Music Performance

Music Technology

Unit 5: Music Technology in Context


Unit 6: DAW Production


Unit 7: Music Technology Enterprise Opportunities

Performing Arts

Unit 1: Investigating Practitioners' Work


Unit 3: Group Performance Workshop


Unit 5: Individual Performance Commission


Unit 7: Employment Opportunities in the Performing Arts

Sport

Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology


Unit 2: Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being


Unit 19: Development and Provision of Sport and Physical Activity


Unit 22: Investigating Business in Sport & the Active Leisure Industry

Sport and Exercise Science

Unit 1: Sport and Exercise Physiology


Unit 2: Functional Anatomy


Unit 3: Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology


Unit 13: Nutrition for Sport and Exercise Performance

Travel and Tourism

Unit 1: The World of Travel and Tourism


Unit 2: Global Destinations


Unit 6: The UK as a Tourist Destination


Unit 7: Business Operations in Travel and Tourism

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. 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.