EXPERIENCE:

As a representative of the company, you will be expected to have experience in, or be able to demonstrate the ability of the following:
Strong background in quality assurance and assessment practices.
Experience in verifying regulated qualifications.
Exceptional communication skills.
Proven ability to deliver and coordinate training sessions, including standardisation and other standards-focused activities.
In-depth knowledge of specifications relevant to your specialist sector, encompassing both internal.
Examples of previous leadership or support roles in essential quality assurance activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualifications required to apply for your chosen role at Pearson will depend on the qualification you are delivering. Please contact Pearson ahead of your application if you have any questions on the requirements.

VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (EG. BTEC)

A minimum of one full academic year of teaching experience in the relevant subject area/sector within the last 8 years and/or extensive knowledge and experience in Pearson assessment, quality and processes and national standards within the last 5 years
Relevant CPD evidence in the subject area/sector within the last 12 months
Hold a relevant qualification in the subject area/sector.
A UK recognised teaching qualification
Please note upon successful application Pearson may ask you to provide proof of the qualifications required.

PURPOSE

The Standards Verifier plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and consistency of vocational qualifications by ensuring that assessment and internal verification practices meet national standards. This involves providing expert subject-specific support to centres, conducting sampling and verification activities, delivering clear and constructive feedback, and contributing to the ongoing development of quality assurance processes. Through regular training, collaboration with internal teams, and engagement with centres, the Standards Verifier helps uphold Pearson’s commitment to high-quality, reliable assessment.

ROLE SPECIFIC SERVICES AND EXPECTATIONS

In addition to Pearson’s core service expectations, this role requires the following specialised responsibilities:
Stay up to date with relevant qualification specifications and, where applicable, National Occupational Standards.
Provide expert advice, guidance, and support tailored to your subject area and in line with verification requirements.
Attend and complete all mandatory training and annual standardisation activities within required timelines.
Conduct centre visits as required for qualifications involving visiting verification, following guidance from the Assessment team and subject to approval.
Adhere to Pearson’s quality assurance processes and follow prescribed sampling strategies for allocated qualifications.
Review learner work and internal verification records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Ensure assessment decisions are valid, consistent, and aligned with national standards.
Provide constructive feedback and support to centres during the sampling process.
Produce comprehensive and actionable sampling reports for each centre visited.
Clearly communicate when standards are not met and outline the necessary corrective actions.
Assist centres in addressing issues, implementing improvements, and maintaining ongoing compliance.
Identify and recommend suitable learner work or assessment materials for use in future training and standardisation events.
Maintain regular communication with your Pearson supervisor and work collaboratively with internal teams.
This role requires a proactive approach to quality assurance and a commitment to maintaining Pearson’s high standards across all responsibilities.