Senior Content Validation Lead – External Assessments

Pearson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is updating senior assessment roles and seeking a Senior Content Validator (External Assessment) to ensure materials are fit for purpose across qualifications. You will oversee content production, guide compliance with writers' guides and assessment strategy, and uphold Pearson's professional standards and integrity across centres and learners.

The role requires strong QA leadership, subject matter expertise, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate training.
• Strong knowledge of assessment content and curriculum development.
• Proven track record in leading quality assurance activities.
• Ability to maintain high professional standards and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee content production to ensure materials meet policy and quality standards.
• Coordinate reviews, sign-off, and feedback across units/modules.
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of assessment materials and rubrics.

Skills

Excellent communication

Content area expertise

Training coordination

Quality assurance leadership

Education

Degree

UK teaching qualification

Job description

Pearson is updating senior assessment roles and seeking a Senior Content Validator (External Assessment) to ensure materials are fit for purpose across qualifications. You will oversee content production, guide compliance with writers' guides and assessment strategy, and uphold Pearson's professional standards and integrity across centres and learners.

The role requires strong QA leadership, subject matter expertise, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality