BTEC - HN 4-7 - HN ESport - External Examiner (HN)

Reference:HN/EE/E Sport 

Purpose of this Role 

  • Provide Pearson education centre and tutors with advice on programme and assessment design and delivery.  

  • Contribute to quality enhancement of the delivery through external examiner sampling and visit activities 

  • Ensure centres' compliance with Pearson quality assurance expectations for RQF BTEC Higher National programmes 

  • Affirm national standards have been achieved and upheld 

  • Support centres in the delivery and assessment of BTEC Higher National programmes to national standards. 

 

Key Accountabilities 

Covering a defined range of programmes within a sector, the External Examiner (EE) will: 

  • Undertake sampling of assessed student work to establish outcomes are in accordance with Pearson, and professional standards for Higher National qualifications 

  • Provide sampling-related reports, feedback and development advice to centres and Pearson 

  • Produce quality assurance reports for centres and Pearson on the sampling undertaken, outcomes reached, and support provided 

  • Apply appropriate sanctions, in consultation with the team, where necessary to assure quality of learning, teaching, assessment and professionalism 

  • Work with centres to develop and implement action plans where standards are not being upheld 

  • Facilitate sourcing materials for training and standardisation events 

  • Participate annually in online training and standardisation activities 

  • Undertake any other duties appropriate role of External Examiner 

 

 

Previous Experience: 

Essential: 

  • Experience in esports education and the esports ecosystem, or in esports or related industry or related experience in any of the following in Business, Media and/or Sports sectors 

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Pathway 

Experience requirement/Qualifications 

  • Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Esports (General) 

  • Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Esports (General) 

  •  Business/Media/Sports/IT related undergraduate/postgraduate degree 

  • Esports experience in education or related industry 

  • Prior experience in grading, examination, sampling, or a related role is preferred 

  • Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Esports (Operations 

Management) 

  • Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Esports (Operations 

Management) 

  

 

  • Business related undergraduate/postgraduate degree 

  • Esports experience in education or related industry 

  • Prior experience in grading, examination, sampling, or a related role is preferred 

  • Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Esports (Production) 

  • Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Esports (Production) 

  • Media related undergraduate/postgraduate degree 

  • Esports experience in education or related industry 

  • Prior experience in grading, examination, sampling, or a related role is preferred 

  • Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Esports (Athlete Support 

and Development) 

  • Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Esports (Athlete Support 

and Development) 

  • Sports related undergraduate/postgraduate degree 

  • Esports experience in education or related industry 

  • Prior experience in grading, examination, sampling, or a related role is preferred 

  • Familiarity with the esports industry, popular games, esports culture, policies and the competitive landscape. 

  • Evidence of recent, relevant continuing professional development (CPD) in the sector that demonstrates broad sector currency 

 

Desirable: 

  • Experience in delivering and assessing BTEC Higher National qualifications in the subject areas 

  • A willingness to use technology-based approaches to communication and centre support 

  • International education experience related to the healthcare sector 

  • Previous external examining experience for RQF/FHEQ levels 4/5 

 

Skills and Knowledge 

Essential: 

  • Hold a recognised qualification at least at FEHQ Level 6  

  • A student and customer-focused approach 

  • Ability to meet tight deadlines and work within the scope of service level agreements  

  • Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication skills  

  • Experience using technology to communicate with a variety of individuals and teams 

  • A good working knowledge of the specifications relevant to the sector 

  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team 

 

Desirable: 

  • Knowledge of BTEC Higher National delivery and assessment 

  • Using systems approaches to quality enhancement  

  • Word processing, presentation (in-person and virtual) and intermediate Excel skills 

 

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. 

  • Welcome to Pearson, the world's leading learning company. 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. 

Application Information

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

Application Options

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