Pearson Test Inspector London - Fully Remote

Job Overview

We are currently recruiting for Test Inspectors in London.

Purpose of this role

To undertake unannounced inspection visits at test centres to ensure exams are being delivered with integrity and in accordance with Pearson and regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities

The Pearson Test Inspector will:

• Attend and complete annual training aligned to regulations
• Manage personal travel arrangements in line with Pearson travel and expenses policies - these may be local or International
• Conduct unannounced face to face inspection visits at centres allocated to you by the Pearson Test Inspection team. Key areas you will be asked to review include:
• Security of exam materials
• Centre staff knowledge
• Test room set up pre and post examination
• During exam conduct
• Produce a qualitative report for each test inspection visit (you will be provided the template), identifying any necessary requirements clearly and concisely, SMART action planning and to make recommendations, in accordance with guidance and training
• Always follow protocols set out in the report forms which are derived from guidance and regulatory documentation (and discussed in training).
• Provide regular updates on availability during exam periods via the process shown during training
• Ensure accurate completion of 'conflicts of interest' documentation
  
  

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

Previous Work Experience

• Knowledge or experience of quality operations in an education/training setting within the last 2 years.
• Knowledge or previous experience of the examination process either within a centre as an Exams Officer, Deputy Head, Head or equivalent relevant experience within an Awarding Body and be familiar with examinations administration.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience of working as an exam invigilator
• Experience of working as an exam officer
  
  

Essential

Skills & Knowledge

• 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
• Ability to make judgements on quality of processes vs regulation
• Ability to understand the implications of decisions taken on Pearsons behalf
• Able to make decisions under pressure
• Ability to develop 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
• Good IT skills
• Be organised and able to keep complete and accurate records
  
  

Desirable

• Knowledge of JCQ requirements
• 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) sometimes at short notice during January, May, June, October and November.

Be willing to travel to overseas centres

Ability to make travel arrangements, including visa requests.

Hold a current passport

Be able to meet agreed turnaround times from receiving an inspection 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

Successfully complete any security training/updates required

About Pearson:

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.