GCE A Level - London, United Kingdom - Pearson

Description

GCE A Level / GCSE - Three-dimensional Design - Credible Specialist

Reference: ThreeDimeDesignCredSpec

Credible Specialist

Three-dimensional Design Papers: GCSE 1TD0 and GCE 9TD0

This role will require an interview. Further information will be sent across to you should you be successfully shortlisted.

Purpose of this role:

A Credible Specialist supports the customer events, training and/or delivery for our qualifications.

Successful candidates will undertake activities, that support customers, creating or commenting on material during the production of support, teaching and learning and training materials. Suitable individuals may also be invited to undertake additional activities by supporting the writing/editing/reviewing or assessing of the materials.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

● Provides up-to-date sector or subject specific expertise that feeds into the development of the required materials.

● Keep up to date with changes in the sector

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

● Meet deadlines & report back to Pearson within agreed time-frames

● Adhere to guidance provided by Pearson.

● Work effectively with colleagues

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

● Centre visits/Zoom/telephone support to guide new and existing centres through the GCSE/A level Art and Design qualifications and support materials.

● Providing guidance and support to centres on their specific endorsed title in addition to supporting the Art, Craft and Design title.

● Providing subject expertise and market information back to the product team and subject advisor to inform future developments and support materials.

● Running online/network/twilight events as appropriate for GCSE and A level.

● Engaging with teacher groups on social media (Facebook, Twitter etc.) and being the voice of Pearson Edexcel in helping to answer customer queries.

● Being a role model for outstanding pedagogy in their specific endorsed title.

● Maintaining and regularly updating a blog of best teaching practice in their specific endorsed title

Scrutinising / Checking Activities

● Work through and check the final proofs of the assessment material(s) without reference to the mark scheme(s) to ensure that the questions/tasks can be answered in the time allowed and that there are no errors or omissions.

● Check the mark scheme(s) to ensure that the marks given are identical to those on the question paper(s).

● Identify any other feature of the materials which may cause difficulties for the candidates.

● Submit a full report on the form(s) provided and within the timescale agreed

Writing Activities

● Write the required materials assigned according to the brief provided

● Respond positively to feedback received

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

● Make amendments following feedback

Editing/ Reviewing Activities

● Edit/review materials to ensure they are grammatically correct and fit for purpose

● Offer constructive feedback clearly and concisely

● Review/comment on draft materials on the appropriateness of sector/subject content within the materials in line with the given brief

● Attend development / review meetings and contribute to the development of the materials to ensure they are in line with brief

Training Activities

● Create the materials in line with the brief.

● Review materials to ensure they are grammatically correct and fit for purpose

● Offer constructive feedback clearly and concisely

● Review/comment on draft materials on the appropriateness of sector/subject content within the materials in line with the given brief

● Deliver training either face to face / online live / recorded as a video or voice over.

● Attend run thoughts and preparation meetings prior to training events.

● Attend development / review meetings and contribute to the development of the materials to ensure they are in line with brief

Please note: Some activities are only available at particular points during, or after, the development of materials. Some activities may not be required for a given development.

Background/Experience/Skills (Essential)

● Have 3+ years' experience of teaching and/or assessing Pearson Edexcel GCSE/A level Art and Design in their title specialism and be an active practitioner in their subject area.

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

● Excellent communication, written, verbal, IT and interpersonal skills

● Ability to meet deadlines

● Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in the role or specialist area.

Background/Experience/Skills (Desirable)

For All Activities

● Hold a degree or above with relevant qualifications for the sector/subject area of choice

● Qualified teacher

● Experience in delivering the qualifications that they are supporting

● Evidence of continuous Professional Development (CPD) in subject specialism

● A clear understanding of the educational landscape and regulatory requirements for qualifications

Writing Activities

● Innovative writers with fresh ideas that create engaging support materials and training events

Editing / Reviewing Activities

● Experience in working with/on teaching and learning materials and/or training materials within the role/specialism

● Experience of advising and supporting others

Training Activities

● Experience of delivering training or CPD to educators and/or professionals.

● Experience of delivering online events

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 a postal address in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland, Guernsey, Jersey Isle of Man

● Have the right to work in the UK

● Declare any conflicts of interest that could impact on the role

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

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

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

● 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 material/work.

● Be able to attend a training day with the chair of examiners to talk through the materials and the requirements for each of the Pearson Edexcel Specifications.

● Complete a Training for Pearson training course to ensure they are eligible to carry out training in schools

Credible specialists are employed on an ad-hoc basis as required (approx. 1-2 days per month depending on endorsed title) over the academic year to support our customers. They are paid at a daily rate of £175.

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