Remote External Examiner – MedTech HN (BTEC RQF)

Pearson; Manchester; Remote; GBP 4,500 - 7,500; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking an External Examiner for MedTech covering England for 2026. The role focuses on monitoring that centres assess learning outcomes to Pearson standards for Higher National qualifications and to support centres during sampling and delivery according to national standards.

You will produce reports, provide centre guidance, and apply appropriate sanctions when needed, collaborating with the SEE and team. A lead IQA background and active CPD are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Significant teaching experience of HN within the last 10 years.
• Significant experience delivering and assessing BTEC Higher National qualifications.
• Hold a Level 6 qualification and a relevant competence qualification for the sector.
• Annual CPD participation and successful standardisation activity.

Responsibilities

• Undertake sampling of assessed student work within defined parameters and rules.
• Provide sampling-related support and development to centres.
• Produce reports for centres and Pearson on sampling outcomes and actions taken.
• Apply sanctions in consultation with the team leader where outcomes do not meet standards.
• Develop targeted actions for centres to address gaps and assist remediation.
• Support training and standardisation material sourcing for centres.
• Report back to Pearson and centres within agreed SLAs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

IT proficiency

Deadline driven

Team player

Word processing

Excel skills

Education

Level 6 qualification

Competence qualification in sector

CPD in sector

Tools

Excel

Job description

Pearson is seeking an External Examiner for MedTech covering England for 2026. The role focuses on monitoring that centres assess learning outcomes to Pearson standards for Higher National qualifications and to support centres during sampling and delivery according to national standards.

You will produce reports, provide centre guidance, and apply appropriate sanctions when needed, collaborating with the SEE and team. A lead IQA background and active CPD are highly valued.