T Level - Science - Subject Matter Expert for Qualification Development
Pearson
**T Level - Science - Subject Matter Expert for Qualification Development**
**INTRODUCTION:**
T Levels are two-year qualifications for 16–19-year-olds which combine practical and theoretical learning. Pearson has recently won the tender to offer the T Level in Science, and we are currently seeking subject matter experts to review and revise some aspects of the qualification.
This is a major project which is likely to run to December 2025.
**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 experience relevant to the qualification(s) in question.
In particular, we are interested to hear from applicants with up-to-date occupational expertise in the following areas:
+ Biology
+ Physics
+ Chemistry
**RESPONSIBILITIES/TYPICAL TASKS:**
+ Working alongside Pearson Development Managers and the wider qualification development team
+ 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.
**ESSENTIAL:**
+ Current sector experience/applied subject knowledge with at least two years’ experience
+ Good communication skills: good standard of written English and ability to offer constructive feedback clearly and concisely
+ Confident use of IT and word processing
+ Ability to follow a brief and meet deadlines
+ Flexibility to adapt to changing guidelines and attend training as required.
**DESIRABLE:**
+ Educated to a level 4 standard (HNC/1st year degree) or above with relevant qualifications for the particular sector/subject area, or substantial vocational experience (at least 3 years)
+ Knowledge and experience of conducting and/or writing assessments within the subject area (as a teacher/tutor or within an educational environment) or experience in assessing/verifying/delivering training for qualifications
+ Knowledge and experience of the educational context either through teaching/training, a suitable educational qualification or awarding organisation experience.
**Application Information** We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
**Closing date:** **05 June 2025 at midnight**
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