Job Description

Product International - Subject Matter Expert



Purpose of this role:


A Product Subject Matter Expertsupports in the creation of qualification and assessment materials for our specifications.


Successful candidates will undertake activities that support, or comment on qualification and assessment materials, for example by supporting the writing/editing/reviewing of the materials.



Key Duties & Responsibilities


You would be expected to write the units/content assigned to you.

You may also be expected to technically edit / review units/content within your chosen sector/subject area.

Essential


Must have an understanding and experience of working within a vocational sector and/or have taught this subject to learners aged 16-19. Must have a good understanding of vocational qualifications in the sector

Desirable


You have written educational materials and are adept at summarising materials and creating educational materials

Industry experience not required but preferred

This is a temporary position linked to specific development projects. You must be able to write at Level 2 and Level 3 (typically 14-19 age) vocational.


Writing activities


Write the required materials assigned according to writing brief provided

Respond positively to feedback received

Provide content in the required format using the specified format for submission

Make amendments following feedback.


All/general activities


Provide up-to-date sector or subject-specific expertise that feeds into content production

Keep up to date with changes in the sector/subject area

Have detailed knowledge of the requirements/standards/specifications that encompass the role or area of expertise

Meet deadlines & report back to Pearson within agreed timeframes

Ensure parity of standards

Adhere to guidance provided by Pearson

Work effectively with colleagues

Take part in training activities, associated with the role, as required.


Background/Experience/Skills (Essential)


Current sector experience/applied subject knowledge (with a minimum of 2 years' experience)

Excellent communication, written, verbal, IT and interpersonal skills

Ability to meet deadlines


Background/Experience/Skills (Desirable)


Experience with BTEC or Technical or Vocational qualifications and/or training for the relevant subject area

A clear understanding of the educational landscape

A basic understanding qualification assessment

Innovative writers with fresh ideas that motivate our learners and set them on the path to success

Experience in writing any of the following:

support materials aimed at students, teachers and schools specifications assessments or tests published materials (e.g. textbooks) Experience providing feedback in a professional context.
Additional requirements


Any applicant undertaking this role will be expected to:


Have personal IT equipment capable of running Pearson required software

Have a suitable broadband connection, microphone, headphones and a webcam

Have a personal and secure email account

Have the right to work in the UK

Declare any conflicts of interest that could impact on the role

Have availability of a minimum of 7 days, depending upon the requirements and workload for the sector, in any given year for attending meetings

Allow sufficient time for completion of duties and tasks as directed by the role

Undertake other duties appropriate as required by Pearson in relation to this role

Abide by the terms of conditions as stated in the contract for work

Applicants selected for additional activities may be required to complete tasks, training and/or standardisation before work can be allocated

Ensure sufficient time and availability before contracts are accepted

Ensure that Pearson contact is notified of any issues that may delay the submission or completion of materials/work.

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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Closing date:

27 February 2026 at midnight