Subject Matter Expert Btec First Level 2 Cyber & Networking

Reference:BTEC L2/ cyber/SME 

Closing date:09 August 2024 at midnight 

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Pearson is recruiting a Subject Matter Expert for Qualification Development for a new qualification in cyber and networking qualifications

An external Subject Matter Expert provides up-to-date sector or subject specific expertise that feeds into the development of the given qualification(s). The Subject Matter Expert must have current sector/subject knowledge and/or experience relevant to the qualification(s) in question.

ROLE SUMMARY:

An external Subject Matter Expert provides up-to-date sector or subject specific expertise that feeds into the development of the given qualification(s). The Subject Matter Expert must have current sector/subject knowledge and/or experience relevant to the qualification(s) in question.

ESSENTIAL:

• Experience of teaching cyber and networking
• Qualified to degree level or equivalent
• Experience and understanding of the UK and/or international education and qualifications market and environment 
• Experience of working on the design, and/or development of qualifications
• Experience of balancing a commercial focus with regulatory/legal requirements and assessment validity to create solutions for customers that are practical and have competitive advantage 
• Experience and knowledge of assessment techniques and principles 
• Experience of leading and/or working effectively in virtual teams 
• Project management experience 

DESIRABLE:

• Teaching experience 
• Qualifications held in subject
• Industry background in cyber and networking
• Experience of working on operation of qualifications 
• Experience and understanding of allocated sector / sectors 
• Experience of developing customised qualification and assessment solutions for tenders 
• Design and development of digital learning/teaching resources 
• Experience of managing budgets

RESPONSIBILITIES/TYPICAL TASKS:

• 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.

WORK HOURS:

Typically, 3-5 days’ work when on a project. Work required may differ for certain projects.