Job Description

Subject Matter Expert - Pearson BTEC International Level 3 in Sport

About Pearson

At Pearson we're committed to a world that's always learning. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology, and each other to surpass these boundaries, we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world's innovations, personal and global.


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.

Role Summary:

We are looking for Subject Matter Experts with understanding of Level 3/16-19 qualification content and assessments that motivate our learners and ensure accurate graded achievement. If you would like to be involved in shaping and developing our qualification content and assessment apply now.

Responsibilities/Typical Tasks

You would be asked to comment constructively on qualification proposals, units and assessments and offer resolutions to any issues that may arise. You will be asked to attend at least one quality assurance meeting, possibly online, on a convenient date. Working alongside wider qualification development team including expert writers Commenting on the appropriateness of sector/subject content within the qualification(s)/unit(s) Contributing to scoping activities to determine the appropriateness of the proposed qualification(s) Reviewing qualification subject/sector content and sample assessment materials appropriate for the subject/sector.

Experience and Qualifications Required

Qualifications:

Qualifications required to apply for your chosen role at Pearson will depend on the qualification you are delivering. Please contact Pearson ahead of your application if the requirements are not clear.

Essential

Must have an understanding and experience of teaching and/or working within Applied Science linked to learners aged 16-19. Must have a good understanding of vocational learning and assessment in the sector.

Desirable

You have written and/or quality assured educational materials and are adept at reviewing and assisting in quality assurance of educational materials. Industry experience not required but preferred This is a temporary position for a current project development.

Experience/qualifications needed

Have recent relevant teaching and/or working experience Have been educated to a level 4 standard with relevant qualifications Have good written communication skills particularly in your sector/subject area of choice Confident use of IT Have an ability to work to tight deadlines

Application Information

We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.

Closing date:

16 September 2025 at midnight