GCE A Level - Persian 2018 Specification - Chair of Examiners

Pearson; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global education company is seeking a Chair of Examiners to maintain standards and oversee assessment methods. The role involves leading moderation activities, interacting with Principal Examiners, and ensuring assessment quality. Applicants should have moderation experience, strong assessment practice knowledge, and a UK-recognized teaching qualification. This position is based in London and supports a diverse and inclusive working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance and assessment practice.
• Moderation and marking experience in regulated qualifications.
• Ability to lead and support standards-related activities.
• Knowledge of your sector's specifications and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain standards across different specifications and assessment methods.
• Serve as a direct contact for the Principal Examiner.
• Adhere to deadlines and ensure quality of work.
• Support examination days and provide feedback.
• Review and approve supervisor teams.

Skills

Experience in quality assurance and assessment practice

Moderation and/or marking experience in regulated qualifications

Ability to lead and support standards-related activities

Knowledge of sector specifications

Education

UK-recognized teaching qualification for General Qualifications (GCSE/A Level)

Job description

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GCE A Level - Persian 2018 Specification - Chair of Examiners, London

Client: Pearson

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 240bea92b179

Job Views: 7

Posted: 25.08.2025

Expiry Date: 09.10.2025

Job Description:

Welcome to Elevate

As we continue to transition to a digital environment, we know that it’s essential to revisit and update our approaches to assessment delivery. Our aim is to create a more modern assessment delivery system that sets us up for the future, supports our Senior Associates better in their role by building associate capacity across the system, further supports our customers, and delivers the best outcomes for learners.

As part of a programme of modernisation, we are updating our senior associate roles and responsibilities across our qualifications.

We invite you to apply for one of these roles.

Chair of Examiners (General Qualifications)

About Pearson

At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology and each other, we create seeds of learning that become catalysts for innovation worldwide. We are the UK's largest awarding body, offering qualifications that are globally recognized and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in a range of General and Vocational courses.

Purpose

As a Chair of Examiners at Pearson, your role involves maintaining standards across different specifications and assessment methods, reporting back to the Assessment team. You will serve as a direct contact for the Principal Examiner. Core responsibilities include:

• Acting professionally and maintaining integrity at all times.
• Reading all Pearson policies and guidance prior to activities.
• Respecting confidentiality of centres and learners.
• Attending meetings and training sessions as required.
• Adhering to deadlines and ensuring quality of work.
• Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Having suitable personal IT equipment and internet connection.
• Communicating timely with Pearson and centres.
• Raising concerns about malpractice or safeguarding issues.

Role Specific Services and Expectations

Additional responsibilities include:

• Supporting examination days and providing feedback.
• Supporting Principal Examiners/Moderators.
• Reviewing and approving supervisor teams.
• Attending standardisation and award meetings.
• Sampling marking/moderation activities.
• Acting as a senior escalation point.
• Conducting moderation visits and activities.
• Standing as Chair for awarding meetings and ensuring standards.
• Completing reports and reviews post-assessment.
• Supporting complaint procedures and attending customer meetings.

Experience and Qualifications Required:

Experience:

• Experience in quality assurance and assessment practice.
• Moderation and/or marking experience in regulated qualifications.
• Ability to lead and support standards-related activities.
• Knowledge of your sector's specifications and requirements.

Qualifications:

A UK-recognized teaching qualification for General Qualifications (GCSE/A Level). Proof may be requested upon appointment.

Application Information

Opportunities are available for teaching professionals to join our teams of examiners, moderators, and verifiers.