Freelance Proofreader & Editor for Educational Content

Pearson; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a freelance Editorial Assessment Associate to conduct rigorous proofreading of qualification specifications and support materials, ensuring accuracy and consistency with Pearson's house style. You will review documents against templates, flag issues, and provide clear corrections to help us produce high-quality educational materials for learners and educators worldwide.

The successful candidate will work independently, meet tight deadlines, and contribute to materials used in

Qualifications

• Excellent command of English grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills with high attention to detail.
• Extensive editorial experience with diverse publications.
• Experience applying house style and editorial guidelines.
• Comfortable meeting tight and changing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review documents against provided instructions, templates or house style.
• Apply proofreading marks and provide clear, tracked corrections.
• Flag errors, inconsistencies or areas needing clarification for rereview.
• Support production of high-quality educational materials for learners and educators worldwide.

Skills

Proofreading

Editing

Attention to detail

Deadline adherence

Communication

BSI proofreading marks

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Pearson is seeking a freelance Editorial Assessment Associate to conduct rigorous proofreading of qualification specifications and support materials, ensuring accuracy and consistency with Pearson's house style. You will review documents against templates, flag issues, and provide clear corrections to help us produce high-quality educational materials for learners and educators worldwide.

The successful candidate will work independently, meet tight deadlines, and contribute to materials used in