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

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 de velopment advice to centre s 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 uphel d
• Facilitate s ourc ing materials for training and standardisation events
• Participate annually in online training and standardisation a ctivi ties

• Undertake any other duties appropriate role of External Examiner

Pr e vious Experience:

Essential :

• E xperience 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 :

• E xperience in delivering and assessing BTEC Higher National qualifications in the subject area s

• 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.