Sector Advisor – BTEC Level 2 Diploma Healthcare Science

Overview Join to apply for the Sector Advisor – BTEC Level 2 Diploma Healthcare Science role at Pearson .Role purpose The Sector Advisor (SA) will support the verification of the BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Science. The SA will remotely sample learner work against the unit content and assessment criteria to confirm whether the learner has met the standard for particular units. The SA will work with the Standards Verifier to recommend whether units are being assessed to national standards. The SA must be occupationally competent and have evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in the units they are sampling. This role typically requires remote sampling and would only require physical travel in exceptional circumstances.Key Accountabilities Familiarise yourself with the specification so you can refer to the unit content and assessment criteria during sampling.Provide proof of relevant CPD annually for the specialisms you are appointed in as an SA.Undertake sampling of learner work to ensure valid and reliable assessment decisions and that national standards are met.Provide sector-specific support, advice and guidance to the Standards Verifier.Complete the Sector Advisor Report Form (SARF) detailing whether assessment decisions meet the criteria; send the report to the Standards Verifier for verification.Report back to Pearson and the Standards Verifier following sampling within agreed service levels (5 working days).Undertake online supplementary training annually.Undertake any other duties appropriate to the work of WBL Assessment for this role.Support centres to understand and implement identified actions through working with the Standards Verifier.Essential qualifications, experience and skills Experience required : Occupational competence in one or more of the qualification pathways listed below. Please refer to the links for further detail on the relevant units.BioinformaticsReproductive scienceLife SciencesEquipment management and clinical engineeringNuclear medicineSterile ServicesAudiologyCardiac physiologyGastrointestinal physiologyOphthalmologyRespiratory physiologyUrodynamics and urological measurementsDesirable: Experience in delivering and assessing competence-based programmes. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in assessment and delivery of vocational qualifications.Skills & knowledge A willingness to engage in online training and standardisation and to use technology-based communication methods.Excellent written and verbal communication, IT and interpersonal skills.Good working knowledge of the specifications within the area of expertise for the role.Customer-focused approach; time management and ability to submit reports within 5 working days.Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to understand the implications of decisions made on Pearson\’s behalf.Desirable: Word processing and basic spreadsheet manipulation.Requirements Any associate undertaking this role must:Have personal IT equipment capable of running Pearson-required software and a suitable internet connection.Have a personal and secure email account.Have a UK or Republic of Ireland postal address and declare any conflicts of interest.Have availability for a minimum of 8 allocations in any given year.Abide by the terms and conditions of the contract.About Pearson Pearson is a global learning company providing content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.Application information We have opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.

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