Pearson Test Inspector London

Pearson; London; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking Test Inspectors in London to conduct inspections at exam centres and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have experience in quality operations, strong interpersonal skills, and be willing to travel. This role involves producing detailed reports and managing travel arrangements. Join a respected institution committed to educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience of quality operations in an education/training setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to make judgments on quality of processes vs regulation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct unannounced inspection visits at test centres.
• Produce qualitative reports for each test inspection visit.
• Manage personal travel arrangements in line with policies.

Skills

Knowledge of quality operations

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good IT skills

Job description

We are currently recruiting for Test Inspectors in London.

Purpose of this role

To undertake unannounced inspection visits at test centres to ensure exams are being delivered with integrity and in accordance with Pearson and regulatory requirements.

Key accountabilities

The Pearson Test Inspector will:

• Attend and complete annual training aligned to regulations
• Manage personal travel arrangements in line with Pearson travel and expenses policies - these may be local or International
• Conduct unannounced face to face inspection visits at centres allocated to you by the Pearson Test Inspection team. Key areas you will be asked to review include:
• Security of exam materials
• Centre staff knowledge
• Test room set up pre and post examination
• During exam conduct
• Produce a qualitative report for each test inspection visit (you will be provided the template), identifying any necessary requirements clearly and concisely, SMART action planning and to make recommendations, in accordance with guidance and training
• Always follow protocols set out in the report forms which are derived from guidance and regulatory documentation (and discussed in training).
• Provide regular updates on availability during exam periods via the process shown during training
• Ensure accurate completion of conflicts of interest' documentation

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Previous Work Experience

Essential

• Knowledge or experience of quality operations in an education/training setting within the last 2 years.
• Knowledge or previous experience of the examination process either within a centre as an Exams Officer, Deputy Head, Head or equivalent relevant experience within an Awarding Body and be familiar with examinations administration.

Desirable

• Experience of working as an exam invigilator
• Experience of working as an exam officer

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge or experience of quality issues arising from quality operations
• Expertise in the analysis of quality operations and/or processes
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to make judgements on quality of processes vs regulation
• Ability to understand the implications of decisions taken on Pearsons behalf
• Able to make decisions under pressure
• Ability to develop clear action plans
• Ability to work towards and meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work on behalf of Pearson and not to operate outside the sphere of responsibility defined within this job description
• Good IT skills
• Be organised and able to keep complete and accurate records

Desirable

• Knowledge of JCQ requirements
• Knowledge of Pearson external assessment
• Working knowledge of Regulatory/Standard Setting Body restrictions

Requirements

Any Associate undertaking this role must:

• Have personal IT equipment capable of running Pearson required software
• Download and be able to use Adobe Reader
• Have a stable and secure internet connection
• Have a personal and password secured email account
• Declare any conflicts of interest that could impact on the role
• Understand the implications of decisions taken on behalf of Pearson
• Ability to visit organisations/centres during a working week (including term times) sometimes at short notice during January, May, June, October and November.
• Be willing to travel to overseas centres
• Ability to make travel arrangements, including visa requests.
• Hold a current passport
• Be able to meet agreed turnaround times from receiving an inspection allocation, conducting a visit to submitting the report
• Abide by the terms of conditions as stated in the contract for work
• Successfully complete annual training
• Successfully complete any security training/updates required

About Pearson:

Welcome to Pearson, the world's leading learning company. We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. We are the UK's largest awarding body and offer qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in a range of General and Vocational courses.

Application Information

We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.

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Closing date: 31 August 2025 at midnight