BTEC National Examiner - Forensics and Criminal Investigations

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Job description

We are currently recruiting Examiners for the BTEC Nationals (Level 3) qualification. This is a part time role which will be completed at home, and in your own time.

Purpose

A BTEC Nationals Examiner marks candidates' responses in accordance with the pre-defined mark scheme, whilst adhering to the Code of Practice and examination procedures. Most subjects will be marked onscreen using ePEN, which can be done from home. A few subjects are still marked in the traditional method, using paper scripts sent through the post. A high level of subject knowledge is necessary in order to apply the mark scheme. Each examiner will receive an agreed allocation of scripts.

Responsibilities

• To mark accurately and consistently to ensure overall standards are maintained.
• To submit samples to your Team Leader at designated times.
• To ensure milestones for marking are adhered to.
• To ensure all administration is completed as specified.

Requirements

To be considered for this role applicants must have:

• A degree or equivalent.
• Experience of delivering BTEC in a relevant sector at this level, or a teaching qualification and GCE, iAL or Applied GCE teaching experience in the relevant subject.
• Teaching / BTEC delivery experience must be for a minimum of 1 full year.
• Teaching / BTEC delivery experience must be within the last 8 years.

We are recruiting Examiners for the following sectors and/or specialisms:

Animal Management

• Unit 1: Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Unit 2: Animal Biology
• Unit 3: Animal Welfare and Ethics

Applied Law

• Unit 1: Dispute Solving in Civil Law
• Unit 3: Applying the Law

Applied Psychology

• Unit 1: Psychological Approaches and Applications
• Unit 3: Health Psychology

Applied Science

• Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science I
• Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills
• Unit 5: Principles and Applications of Science II
• Unit 7: Contemporary Issues in Science

Art and Design

• Unit 1: Visual recording and Communication
• Unit 2: Critical and Contextual Studies in Art and Design
• Unit 6: Managing a Client Brief
• Unit 7: Developing and Realising Creative Intentions

Business / Enterprise

• Unit 2: Developing a Marketing Campaign
• Unit 3: Personal and Business Finance
• Unit 6: Principles of Management
• Unit 7/2/6: Business Decision Making

Computing

• Unit 1: Principles of Computer Science
• Unit 2: Fundamentals of Computer Systems
• Unit 3: Planning and Management of Computer Systems
• Unit 4: Software Design and Development Project

Construction

• Unit 1: Construction Principles
• Unit 2: Construction Design

CPLD

• Unit 1: Children's Development
• Unit 2: Development of Children's Communication, Literacy and Numeracy Skills
• Unit 4: Enquiries into Current Research in early Years Practice

Creative Media

• Unit 1: Media Representations
• Unit 3: Digital Media Skills
• Unit 5: Specialist Subject Investigation
• Unit 8: Responding to a Commission

Engineering

• Unit 1: Engineering Principles
• Unit 3: Engineering Product Design and Manufacture
• Unit 6: Microcontroller Systems for Engineers

Equine Management

• Unit 1: Equine Structure, Form and Function
• Unit 2: Equine Diet and Nutrition
• Unit 3: Managing Equine Disease

Forensic and Criminal Investigation

• Unit 5: Applications of Criminology
• Unit 7: Applications of Criminal and Forensic Psychology

Please note, the criteria for this sector are:

• 1 years' teaching experience in Psychology, Sociology or Criminology
• A degree in Criminology, Psychology or Sociology with some relevance in Criminology or Forensics Psychology

Health and Social Care

• Unit 1: Human Lifespan Development
• Unit 2: Working in Health and Social Care
• Unit 3: Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care
• Unit 4: Enquiries into Current Research in Health and Social Care

IT

• Unit1: Information Technology Systems
• Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information
• Unit 11: Cyber Security and Incident Management
• Unit 14: IT Service Delivery

Land-Based - Agriculture / Countryside Management / Horticulture / Forestry and Arboriculture

• Unit 1: Professional Working Responsibilities
• Unit 2: Plant and Soil Science
• Unit 3: Contemporary Issues in the Land-Based Sectors

Music

• Unit 2: Professional Practice in the Music Industry
• Unit 3: Ensemble Music Performance

Music Technology

• Unit 5: Music Technology in Context
• Unit 6: DAW Production
• Unit 7: Music Technology Enterprise Opportunities

Performing Arts

• Unit 1: Investigating Practitioners' Work
• Unit 3: Group Performance Workshop
• Unit 5: Individual Performance Commission
• Unit 7: Employment Opportunities in the Performing Arts

Sport

• Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology
• Unit 2: Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being
• Unit 19: Development and Provision of Sport and Physical Activity
• Unit 22: Investigating Business in Sport & the Active Leisure Industry

Sport and Exercise Science

• Unit 1: Sport and Exercise Physiology
• Unit 2: Functional Anatomy
• Unit 3: Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
• Unit 13: Nutrition for Sport and Exercise Performance

Travel and Tourism

• Unit 1: The World of Travel and Tourism
• Unit 2: Global Destinations
• Unit 6: The UK as a Tourist Destination
• Unit 7: Business Operations in Travel and Tourism

About Pearson

We value the power of inclusive culture and embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do. Pearson promotes a company culture where differences are embraced as strengths, opportunities are equal and accessible, consideration and respect are the norm. Through our talent, we believe that diversity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant company. People are at the centre of our company. We are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace ecosystem where talent can learn, grow, and thrive. We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. 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.

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