Subject Matter Expert - British Sign Language (Skills for Life)

Pearson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Subject Matter Expert in British Sign Language to shape and develop assessment content. The ideal candidate will understand vocational learning and have relevant teaching experience. Responsibilities include reviewing qualification proposals, collaborating with development teams, and ensuring content accuracy. This temporary position offers an opportunity to influence educational excellence. Applicants should have solid communication skills and IT proficiency. Closing date for applications is 11 December 2025.

Qualifications

• Must have understanding and experience of teaching/working within BSL for learners aged 14-19.
• Good understanding of vocational learning and assessment in the sector.
• Recent relevant teaching and/or working experience.
• Confidence in using IT.

Responsibilities

• Comment constructively on qualification proposals and assessments.
• Work alongside the qualification development team.
• Assess the appropriateness of sector/subject content.
• Contribute to scoping activities for proposed qualifications.
• Review qualification subject content and assessment materials.

Skills

Understanding of BSL/EDI

Vocational learning and assessment

Written and oral communication skills

IT proficiency

Ability to work to tight deadlines

Education

Educated to a level 4 standard

Job description

Subject Matter Expert - British Sign Language

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 to surpass these boundaries, we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world's innovations, personal and global.

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.

Role Summary:

We are looking for Subject Matter Experts with understanding of Level 2/14-16 and Level 3/16-19 qualification content and assessments that motivate our learners and ensure accurate graded achievement. If you would like to be involved in shaping and developing our qualification content and assessment apply now.

Responsibilities/Typical Tasks

• You would be asked to comment constructively on qualification proposals, units and assessments and offer resolutions to any issues that may arise.
• Working alongside wider qualification development team including expert writers
• Commenting on the appropriateness of sector/subject content within the qualification(s)/unit(s)
• Contributing to scoping activities to determine the appropriateness of the proposed qualification(s)
• Reviewing qualification subject/sector content and sample assessment materials appropriate for the subject/sector.

Experience and Qualifications Required

Qualifications:

Qualifications required to apply for your chosen role at Pearson will depend on the qualification you are delivering. Please contact Pearson ahead of your application if the requirements are not clear.

Essential

• Must have an understanding and experience of teaching and/or working within BSL/EDI linked to learners aged 14-16/16-19.
• Must have a good understanding of vocational learning and assessment in the sector.

Desirable

• You have written and/or quality assured educational materials and are adept at reviewing and assisting in quality assurance of educational materials.
• Industry experience not required but preferred
• This is a temporary position for a current project development.

Experience/qualifications needed

• Have recent relevant teaching and/or working experience
• Have been educated to a level 4 standard with relevant qualifications
• Have good written communication skills particularly in your sector/subject area of choice
• Confident use of IT
• Have an ability to work to tight deadlines

Application Information

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

Closing date:

11 December 2025 at midnight