Careers Proofreader

Cambridge University Press & Assessment; Hartford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic publisher in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced proofreader to join their team to ensure question paper materials are error-free. Responsibilities include proofreading materials, contributing to style guide maintenance, and improving team processes. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of English grammar and proven proofreading training. The role offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for detail-oriented professionals.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Discretionary annual bonus

Group personal pension scheme

Life assurance up to 4 × annual salary

Green travel schemes

Qualifications

• Experience of working to agreed processes and procedures.
• Evidence of proofreading training from a recognized qualification or on-the-job training.
• A methodical and meticulous way of working.

Responsibilities

• Proofreading question paper materials for errors.
• Contributing to team processes and procedures improvements.
• Supporting style guide maintenance and addressing internal queries.

Skills

Excellent understanding of English grammar

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Grade A/B GCSE English language

Education to degree level or equivalent

Job description

You will proofread question paper materials in all subjects and at all qualification levels to make sure they are free from errors and follow the agreed style.

Responsibilities

• Proofreading question paper materials to make sure they are free of grammar, spelling, typographical, layout and formatting errors.
• Contributing to the continual improvement of team processes and procedures.
• Helping keep our style guide up to date.
• Helping reply to queries on style from our internal customers.
• A highly accurate and experienced proofreader. The role is not suitable for entry‑level proofreaders and it is not available as a freelance position.
• Used to working with a large and complex style guide and detailed checklists.
• Ideally familiar with exam board materials.
• Used to spending the majority of your time proofreading. The role does not include editing materials.
• A quick learner.

Flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements, should you require adjustments due to a disability or long‑term health condition.

Qualifications and Experience

• An excellent understanding of English grammar and plain English.
• Grade A/B GCSE English language and education to degree level, or equivalent.
• Evidence of proofreading training either via a recognised qualification or by being trained on the job by an experienced proofreader.
• A methodical and meticulous way of working.
• The ability to sustain accuracy and attention to detail when proofreading similar formats repeatedly.
• Experience of working to agreed processes and procedures, and with confidential material.
• Excellent communication skills verbally and in writing.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• A commitment to continual improvement.

Application Requirements

In your letter of application, please include details about:

• Your proofreading training, including Intermediate or higher‑level membership of the CIEP.
• The types of complex documents you have proofread, including any exam board materials, and any areas of specialist proofreading knowledge.
• Your experience of working with a large and complex style guide and detailed checklists.

Employer Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion, ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, disclose a disability or a long‑term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long‑term health condition.

We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world‑leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. This is an opportunity to join the proofreading team for an exam board. The team provides a high‑quality proofreading service for question paper material. The required standard is that the materials are 100% error‑free. This is an in‑house position, which can be performed remotely. There will be occasions when you will be required to travel to the Cambridge office. We are a small, friendly team, and we provide a formal, structured induction.

Benefits

We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world‑class, flexible rewards package, featuring family‑friendly and planet‑friendly benefits including:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Group personal pension scheme.
• Life assurance up to 4 × annual salary.
• Green travel schemes.