External Examiner — Social Sciences (Foundation & Pre-Master's)

Kaplan; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 3,200 - 5,200; Full time

Job summary

Nottingham Trent International College, part of Kaplan International Pathways, seeks an External Examiner for Social Sciences modules within the Foundation Certificate and Pre-Master's programmes starting January 2027.

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of UK academic standards, HE teaching experience, and fluency in English, with the ability to assess and provide input on assessment tasks and examination papers across modules.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK sector reference points for maintenance of academic standards and assurance of quality.
• Evidence of teaching and learning in higher education.
• Academic and/or professional qualifications relevant to the subject area.
• Competence in designing and operating assessment tasks appropriate to Social Sciences.
• Sufficient standing and breadth of experience to command respect among peers.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience enhancing student learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and endorse Assessment Board outcomes, in person or in writing if absent.
• Ensure Board recommendations align with programme aims and higher education best practice.
• Review grade ranges and sample student work across the spectrum.
• Assess and comment on draft examination papers and marking schemes.
• Provide feedback on good practice and innovations benefiting learning outcomes.
• Submit an annual report for each programme or module examined.

Skills

UK academic standards

HE teaching experience

English fluency

Assessment design

International student experience

Education

Academic and/or professional qualifications

Job description

Nottingham Trent International College, part of Kaplan International Pathways, seeks an External Examiner for Social Sciences modules within the Foundation Certificate and Pre-Master's programmes starting January 2027.

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of UK academic standards, HE teaching experience, and fluency in English, with the ability to assess and provide input on assessment tasks and examination papers across modules.