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Reference:PTEGENINT
Closing date:31 January 2020 at midnight
Pearson is recruiting PTE Test Inspectors based in Greece or Italy.
Purpose of this role
To undertake unannounced inspection visits to international centres to ensure PTE General tests are being delivered with integrity and in accordance with Pearson and regulatory requirements.
Key accountabilities
The Pearson PTE General Test Inspector will:
Attend and complete annual training and pass standardisation.
Ensure availability for PTE General inspection visits is fully updated through the agreed method.
Inform the Test Inspection team of any changes to circumstances where accepted allocations cannot be met 48 hours before the test is due to take place.
Follow the protocols set out in the PTE test report form which are derived from the guidance document and training.
Carry out unannounced inspection visits to each centre allocated to you to review the security of confidential materials and to ensure the effective delivery and management of exams you have been contracted to review.
Carry out unannounced, accompanied (member of Pearson Test Inspection team) inspection visits to each centre allocated to you as and when required.
Have the confidence to provide on the spot advice during the inspection.
Produce a qualitative report for each test inspection visit, identifying any necessary requirements clearly and concisely, SMART action planning and to make recommendations, in accordance with guidance and training.
Recommend certification suspension or further urgent actions that may affect the integrity of the certification (including malpractice) to Pearson immediately after the visit.
Report back to Pearson within agreed timelines.
Fully support the Pearson PTE General test inspection process.
Undertake additional training as and when identified by the Test Inspection team.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the work of Business Improvement and Regulation in relation to the role of a Pearson PTE General Test Inspector.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Previous Work Experience
Essential
Experience of working within the education or audit sector within the last 2 years.
Previous experience of the examination process either within a centre as an Exams Officer, Deputy Head, Head, invigilator or
Previous experience working within an Awarding Body and be familiar with the administration of examinations
Desirable
Experience of working as an exam invigilator
Experience of working as an exam officer
Experience of making presentations or training of personnel
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
Knowledge or experience of quality issues arising from quality operations
Expertise in the analysis of quality operations and/or processes
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)
Excellent IT skills
Ability to make judgements on quality of systems and processes
Ability to understand the implications of decisions taken on Pearsons behalf.
Able to make decisions under pressure
Ability to support centres and provide relevant advice
Ability to develop and monitor clear action plans
Ability to work towards and meet deadlines
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to work on behalf of Pearson and not to operate outside the sphere of responsibility defined within this job description
Be extremely organised and able to keep complete and accurate records
Desirable
Knowledge of JCQ ICE requirements
Knowledge of Pearson academic exams
Knowledge of Pearson external assessment
Working knowledge of Regulatory/Standard Setting Body restrictions
Requirements
Any Associate undertaking this role must:
Have personal IT equipment capable of running Pearson required software
Download and be able to use Adobe Reader
Have a stable and secure internet connection
Have a personal and password secured email account
Declare any conflicts of interest that could impact on the role
Understand the implications of decisions taken on behalf of Pearson
Ability to visit organisations/centres during a working week (including term times) at short notice (maximum up to 5 days notice) - February, March, May, June, October, November and December
Be willing to travel
Ability to make travel arrangements
Hold a current passport
Keep up to date with international travel restrictions
Be able to meet agreed turnaround times from receiving an allocation, conducting a visit to submitting the report
Abide by the terms of conditions as stated in the contract for work
Successfully complete annual training and standardisation
Successfully complete any security training/updates required
Fees
The fee for this role wll be £150 per day. Please note the centre visits will take place on Saturdays only
Note
We are currently only recruiting in Greece and Italy and will only be ale to consider applicants with a home address in these countries. Any other applications will be withdrawn.
Application Information
We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.