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

Pearson; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking an External Examiner for BTEC Higher National programmes in Esports. This role involves ensuring quality standards in assessment, providing feedback to education centres, and supporting the delivery of qualifications. Ideal candidates will have experience in esports education or related industries along with strong communication skills and a student-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in esports education and related industries.
• Qualifications in BTEC Esports preferred.
• Experience in grading and assessment roles desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on programme design and delivery.
• Conduct sampling of assessed student work.
• Produce quality assurance reports.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Student and customer-focused approach

Proficiency in Excel

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Education

Recognised qualification at least at FEHQ Level 6

Tools

Word

Excel

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BTEC - HN 4-7 - HN ESport - External Examiner (HN), London

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Location: London, United Kingdom

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Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

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

Reference: HN/EE/E Sport

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.

Support centres in the delivery and assessment of BTEC Higher National programmes to national standards.

Key Accountabilities

Undertake sampling of assessed student work to ensure outcomes are in accordance with Pearson and professional standards for Higher National qualifications.

Provide sampling-related reports, feedback, and development advice to centres and Pearson.

Produce quality assurance reports 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 upheld.

Facilitate sourcing materials for training and standardisation events.

Participate annually in online training and standardisation activities.

Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role of External Examiner.

Previous Experience:

Experience in esports education and the esports ecosystem, or in esports or related industry, or related experience in Business, Media, and/or Sports sectors.

Qualifications include various levels of Pearson BTEC in Esports, with experience in education or related industry, and prior experience in grading, examination, sampling, or a related role preferred.

Familiarity with the esports industry, popular games, esports culture, policies, and the competitive landscape.

Evidence of recent, relevant CPD in the sector demonstrating broad sector currency.

Experience in delivering and assessing BTEC Higher National qualifications.

A willingness to use technology-based approaches to communication and centre support.

Previous external examining experience for RQF/FHEQ levels 4/5.

Skills and Knowledge

Hold a recognised qualification at least at FEHQ Level 6.

Student and customer-focused approach, ability to meet tight deadlines, excellent communication skills, and experience using technology for communication.

Good knowledge of sector specifications, team effectiveness, BTEC delivery and assessment, and systems approaches to quality enhancement.

Proficiency in Word, presentation (in-person and virtual), and intermediate Excel skills.

About Pearson

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Application Information

We have multiple opportunities for teaching professionals to join our teams of examiners, moderators, and verifiers.