Senior Examiner & Content Author - GCE A Level Pure Math

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

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Principal Examiner and Content Author for GCE A Level Pure Mathematics (8MA0/9MA0). The role combines external standard setting with content authoring to ensure accurate assessments aligned with specifications. You will oversee standardisation and support examination processes for high-quality exams.

Applicants may hold both CA and PE roles and must meet eligibility requirements. A UK recognised teaching qualification and experience in quality assurance are highly valued for

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of quality assurance and assessment practice.
• History of moderation and/or marking a regulated qualification.
• Provide examples of when you were asked to lead/support essential quality assurance activities.
• Leadership experience in delivering qualifications.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and requirements.
• Report writing within a regulated industry.
• UK recognised teaching qualification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure standards of externally assessed units/modules are maintained and aligned with specifications and assessment criteria.
• Oversee standardisation and mark schemes; lead pre-standardisation and standardisation meetings.
• Support in awarding activities and writing reports to committees as required.
• Prepare and deliver assessment materials that are accurate, accessible, and compliant with guidelines.
• Coordinate training and development activities for examination staff.
• Maintain professional integrity and confidentiality in all centres and learner interactions.

Skills

Quality assurance

Moderation

Training

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Report writing

Education

UK recognised teaching qualification

Tools

Pearson marking system

Job description

Pearson is seeking a Principal Examiner and Content Author for GCE A Level Pure Mathematics (8MA0/9MA0). The role combines external standard setting with content authoring to ensure accurate assessments aligned with specifications. You will oversee standardisation and support examination processes for high-quality exams.

Applicants may hold both CA and PE roles and must meet eligibility requirements. A UK recognised teaching qualification and experience in quality assurance are highly valued for