Child Development Specialist
SW1A 0AA London, London
£40000 Annually
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Posted 15 days ago
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Our client, a leading organization dedicated to early childhood education and support in London, England, UK , is seeking a highly qualified and passionate Child Development Specialist. This vital role focuses on assessing the developmental needs of children, designing and implementing targeted intervention programs, and providing expert guidance to parents, educators, and caregivers. You will work closely with children to foster their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth, ensuring they have the best possible start in life. This position requires a deep understanding of child psychology, developmental milestones, and best practices in early intervention.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This role is based in a dedicated center within London , requiring your consistent presence to provide essential services to children and families. Make a profound difference in the lives of young children.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive developmental assessments for children aged 0-5 years.
- Design and implement individualized intervention plans to address developmental delays or challenges.
- Provide direct support and therapy to children, utilizing evidence-based approaches.
- Educate and support parents and caregivers on child development strategies and effective parenting techniques.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including pediatricians, psychologists, and speech therapists.
- Develop and deliver training workshops for early years professionals on child development topics.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records and progress reports.
- Stay current with research and advancements in the field of child development and early intervention.
- Advocate for the needs of children and families within the community.
- Contribute to program development and quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Child Development, Developmental Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with young children and families in a developmental or therapeutic capacity.
- Expert knowledge of child development theories, assessment tools, and intervention strategies.
- Experience with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and listening skills.
- Ability to build rapport and trust with children and their families.
- Proficiency in relevant assessment tools and reporting software.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to child well-being.
This role is based in a dedicated center within London , requiring your consistent presence to provide essential services to children and families. Make a profound difference in the lives of young children.
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Remote Child Development Specialist
SW1A 0AA London, London
£30000 Annually
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Posted 22 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Remote Child Development Specialist to join their innovative online educational platform. This fully remote position allows you to contribute to the developmental journey of children from the comfort of your own home, impacting families across the nation. You will be responsible for developing, curating, and delivering engaging digital content and resources designed to foster cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in young children.
Key responsibilities include creating interactive online learning modules, virtual workshops for parents and educators, and personalized developmental plans for children based on virtual assessments. You will collaborate with a remote team of curriculum developers, designers, and child psychologists to ensure content is evidence-based, engaging, and aligned with developmental milestones. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education best practices, research, and trends is crucial. You will also facilitate online support groups and provide expert advice to parents and caregivers through various digital channels. Developing and refining assessment tools for remote monitoring of child progress will be an integral part of the role.
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, or a related field, with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience working directly with children or in educational program development. Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are vital for engaging effectively with both children (via digital interfaces) and adults in a virtual setting. Strong technical proficiency, including experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), video conferencing tools, and digital content creation software, is a must. A deep understanding of child psychology and developmental theories, coupled with the ability to translate complex concepts into accessible online resources, is essential. You must be a self-starter, highly organized, and able to manage your workload effectively in a remote environment. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of remote early childhood education and support families nationwide.
Key responsibilities include creating interactive online learning modules, virtual workshops for parents and educators, and personalized developmental plans for children based on virtual assessments. You will collaborate with a remote team of curriculum developers, designers, and child psychologists to ensure content is evidence-based, engaging, and aligned with developmental milestones. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education best practices, research, and trends is crucial. You will also facilitate online support groups and provide expert advice to parents and caregivers through various digital channels. Developing and refining assessment tools for remote monitoring of child progress will be an integral part of the role.
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, or a related field, with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience working directly with children or in educational program development. Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are vital for engaging effectively with both children (via digital interfaces) and adults in a virtual setting. Strong technical proficiency, including experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), video conferencing tools, and digital content creation software, is a must. A deep understanding of child psychology and developmental theories, coupled with the ability to translate complex concepts into accessible online resources, is essential. You must be a self-starter, highly organized, and able to manage your workload effectively in a remote environment. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of remote early childhood education and support families nationwide.
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Senior AI Ethicist - Child Development
WC1B 3AA London, London
£80000 Annually
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Posted 6 days ago
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Our client, a forward-thinking technology company dedicated to responsible innovation in education and development, is seeking a Senior AI Ethicist with a specialization in child development. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere in the world while supporting projects impacting young minds. You will be at the forefront of ensuring that artificial intelligence technologies developed for children are safe, fair, unbiased, and promote positive developmental outcomes. This role requires a unique blend of expertise in AI ethics, child psychology/development, and policy implementation. As a remote-first organization, we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment, utilizing advanced communication and project management tools. Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing and implementing ethical guidelines and frameworks for AI systems used in child-focused applications (e.g., educational software, assistive technologies).
- Conducting ethical risk assessments and impact analyses for new AI products and features.
- Advising product development teams on ethical considerations throughout the AI lifecycle.
- Collaborating with child development experts, psychologists, educators, and legal advisors to ensure alignment with best practices and regulations (e.g., GDPR-K, COPPA).
- Researching and staying abreast of emerging issues in AI ethics, data privacy, and child online safety.
- Developing training materials and conducting workshops for internal teams on AI ethics and child development principles.
- Contributing to public discourse and policy discussions related to AI and children.
- Reviewing AI algorithms and datasets for potential biases and unintended consequences.
- Establishing mechanisms for ongoing ethical review and oversight.
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Senior Nanny and Child Development Specialist
SW1A 0AA London, London
£45000 Annually
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Posted 6 days ago
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Our client is seeking an exceptional and experienced Senior Nanny and Child Development Specialist to join a dynamic household in the heart of **London, England, UK**. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated professional passionate about fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall well-being, education, and development of two children, aged 5 and 8. Your duties will include creating engaging daily schedules that incorporate educational activities, creative play, and physical exercise. You will plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals, manage the children's routines including bedtime, and coordinate extracurricular activities. A key aspect of this role involves supporting the children's academic progress by assisting with homework and liaising with their school. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of child psychology and developmental milestones, with the ability to implement age-appropriate learning strategies. You will be expected to maintain a safe and organized living space for the children, ensuring all their needs are met with the utmost care and professionalism. This role requires a proactive individual who can anticipate needs, manage time effectively, and communicate openly and honestly with parents. A minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience in childcare, coupled with relevant qualifications such as a degree in Early Childhood Education or a recognised nanny qualification, is essential. First Aid certification and a clean DBS check are mandatory. This is a live-out position based in a prestigious London address, requiring flexibility and a commitment to excellence in childcare. If you are a compassionate, energetic, and highly organized individual looking to make a significant impact on a child's life, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily care and supervision of children aged 5 and 8.
- Develop and implement age-appropriate educational and recreational activities.
- Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks.
- Assist with homework and academic support.
- Manage children's routines, including dressing, bathing, and bedtime.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating environment.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding children's progress and any concerns.
- Administer basic first aid if necessary.
- Coordinate with school and other caregivers.
- Minimum 5 years of professional childcare experience.
- Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or equivalent.
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
- Clear DBS background check.
- Excellent knowledge of child safety and development.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Valid passport and willingness to travel occasionally with the family.
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BTEC Tech Awards Sept 22 - Child Development - Moderator
London, London
Pearson
Posted 11 days ago
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We are currently recruiting for BTEC Tech awards Moderators in the following areas;
Animal Care
Art and Design
Child development
Construction
Creative Digital Media
Digital Information Technology
Health and Social Care
Enterprise
Music Practice
Performing Arts
Sport
Travel and Tourism
**Overview of the role**
Moderators are responsible for moderating centres' assessment of candidates' work in accordance with the agreed assessment criteria and the awarding organisation's procedures.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. Attend standardisation meetings. Moderators will not be permitted to carry out moderation if they fail to attend the appropriate standardisation meeting/s. Moderators must not moderate any candidate work before the standardisation meetings.
2. Moderate centres' assessment of candidates' work in accordance with the agreed assessment criteria and our procedures.
3. Send any centre requests for special consideration to Pearson. Send any other JCQ documentation from centres to Pearson.
4. Maintain regular contact with their Team Leader as appropriate, raising issues as they arise.
5. Ensure all Moderator marks and E9 Moderator reports are submitted on the system by specified deadlines. All E9 moderator reports must be at the standard specified in the standardisation meeting.
6. Keep all records relating to their moderator role for one year after the examination series.
**Experience/ Qualifications needed:**
You will have one academic year's worth of teaching experience:
a. within the last 8 years
b. within the relevant subject
c. since qualifying as a teacher
You will have a degree or equivalent
You will be a qualified teacher
**About Pearson**
Welcome to Pearson, the world's leading learning company. We have a simple mission: to help people make more of their lives through learning. 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.
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.
**Application Information**
We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
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Animal Care
Art and Design
Child development
Construction
Creative Digital Media
Digital Information Technology
Health and Social Care
Enterprise
Music Practice
Performing Arts
Sport
Travel and Tourism
**Overview of the role**
Moderators are responsible for moderating centres' assessment of candidates' work in accordance with the agreed assessment criteria and the awarding organisation's procedures.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. Attend standardisation meetings. Moderators will not be permitted to carry out moderation if they fail to attend the appropriate standardisation meeting/s. Moderators must not moderate any candidate work before the standardisation meetings.
2. Moderate centres' assessment of candidates' work in accordance with the agreed assessment criteria and our procedures.
3. Send any centre requests for special consideration to Pearson. Send any other JCQ documentation from centres to Pearson.
4. Maintain regular contact with their Team Leader as appropriate, raising issues as they arise.
5. Ensure all Moderator marks and E9 Moderator reports are submitted on the system by specified deadlines. All E9 moderator reports must be at the standard specified in the standardisation meeting.
6. Keep all records relating to their moderator role for one year after the examination series.
**Experience/ Qualifications needed:**
You will have one academic year's worth of teaching experience:
a. within the last 8 years
b. within the relevant subject
c. since qualifying as a teacher
You will have a degree or equivalent
You will be a qualified teacher
**About Pearson**
Welcome to Pearson, the world's leading learning company. We have a simple mission: to help people make more of their lives through learning. 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.
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.
**Application Information**
We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
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BTEC Tech Awards Sept 22 - Child Development - Examiner
London, London
Pearson
Posted 11 days ago
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**BTEC Tech Awards - from 2022 Teaching (Reformed Specification)**
Examiner will mark candidates' responses in accordance with the pre-defined mark scheme, whilst adhering to conditions of recognition and examination procedures. Most subjects will be marked onscreen using ePEN or Learner Work Transfer, which can be done from home. A high level of subject knowledge is necessary in order to apply the mark scheme. Each examiner will receive an agreed allocation of scripts.
We are currently recruiting for BTEC Tech awards Examiners in the following areas:
Animal Care
Art and Design
Child development
Construction
Creative Digital Media
Digital Information Technology
Health and Social Care
Enterprise
Music Practice
Performing Arts
Sport
Travel and Tourism
**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.
**Experience/Qualifications needed**
+ You will hold a minimum of one year's full time teaching experience of the relevant subject.
+ You will have a degree or equivalent.
+ You will be a qualified teacher.
**Competencies required**
+ You will have the ability to work well under pressure.
+ You will have the ability to meet deadlines.
+ You will have a high level of subject knowledge in order to apply the mark scheme.
**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.
**Application Information**
We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
#LI-KB1
Examiner will mark candidates' responses in accordance with the pre-defined mark scheme, whilst adhering to conditions of recognition and examination procedures. Most subjects will be marked onscreen using ePEN or Learner Work Transfer, which can be done from home. A high level of subject knowledge is necessary in order to apply the mark scheme. Each examiner will receive an agreed allocation of scripts.
We are currently recruiting for BTEC Tech awards Examiners in the following areas:
Animal Care
Art and Design
Child development
Construction
Creative Digital Media
Digital Information Technology
Health and Social Care
Enterprise
Music Practice
Performing Arts
Sport
Travel and Tourism
**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.
**Experience/Qualifications needed**
+ You will hold a minimum of one year's full time teaching experience of the relevant subject.
+ You will have a degree or equivalent.
+ You will be a qualified teacher.
**Competencies required**
+ You will have the ability to work well under pressure.
+ You will have the ability to meet deadlines.
+ You will have a high level of subject knowledge in order to apply the mark scheme.
**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.
**Application Information**
We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
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