5 Subject Matter Experts jobs in London

**T Level - Science - Subject Matter Expert for Qualification Development**
**INTRODUCTION:**
T Levels are two-year qualifications for 16-19-year-olds which combine practical and theoretical learning. Pearson has recently won the tender to offer the T Level in Science, and we are currently seeking subject matter experts to review and revise some aspects of the qualification.
This is a major project which is likely to run to December 2025.
**ROLE SUMMARY:**
An external Subject Matter Expert provides up-to-date sector or subject specific expertise that feeds into the development of the given qualification(s). The Subject Matter Expert must have current sector/subject knowledge and experience relevant to the qualification(s) in question.
In particular, we are interested to hear from applicants with up-to-date occupational expertise in the following areas:
+ Food Science
**RESPONSIBILITIES/TYPICAL TASKS:**
+ Working alongside Pearson Development Managers and the wider qualification development team
+ 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.
**ESSENTIAL:**
+ Current sector experience/applied subject knowledge with at least two years' experience
+ Good communication skills: good standard of written English and ability to offer constructive feedback clearly and concisely
+ Confident use of IT and word processing
+ Ability to follow a brief and meet deadlines
+ Flexibility to adapt to changing guidelines and attend training as required.
**DESIRABLE:**
+ Educated to a level 4 standard (HNC/1st year degree) or above with relevant qualifications for the particular sector/subject area, or substantial vocational experience (at least 3 years)
+ Knowledge and experience of conducting and/or writing assessments within the subject area (as a teacher/tutor or within an educational environment) or experience in assessing/verifying/delivering training for qualifications
+ Knowledge and experience of the educational context either through teaching/training, a suitable educational qualification or awarding organisation experience.
**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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About Pearson VUE
Pearson VUE delivers high-stakes exams to professionals and industries through their worldwide network of test centres and partnerships. Pearson VUE empowers millions of people to get their certifications and licenses in almost every industry to make progress in their lives and advance their careers.
Role Summary
We are looking for Subject Matter Experts in a range of healthcaresectorto write and review Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for professional certifications.Our client requires exams to assess competence and expertisebefore granting a license to work in a particular country.
We will supply the content areas, relevant reference material and training. You will ensure that all questions and material written for tests are high quality, technically correct and have suitable reference material.  
This is a remote, contract position for a current project development from July 2025 - January 2026.
We are looking for Subject Matter Experts in the following areas:
Medical
Dentistry
+ Clinical Psychologist
+ Endocrinologist
+ Neonatology
+ Ophthalmology
+ Medical Laboratory Technologist
+ Psychiatry
+ Renal Dialysis Technician
+ Renal Dialysis Technologist
+ Sonographer
+ Endodontics
+ General Dentist 
+ Implantology
+ Oral Surgery
+ Orthodontics
+ Pediatric Dentistry
+ Periodontics
+ Prosthodontics
+ Prosthetics and Orthotics Technician and Technologist
Responsibilities/Typical Tasks
+ Working with Pearson Content Developers and fellow Subject Matter Experts
+ Writing MCQ items
+ Reviewing MCQ items
+ Commenting on the appropriateness of sector/subject content within the qualification(s)/unit(s)
Essential
+ Must have5+ years of experience of healthcare in Australia or New Zealand
+ Must work at the Specialist or Consultant Level
+ Must be based in Australia or New Zealand
Desirable
+ You have written and/or quality assured educational materials and are adept at reviewing and assisting in quality assurance of educational materials.
Experience/qualifications needed
+ You must be qualified in the subject area you would like to work on.
+ Have good written communication skills particularly in your sector/subject area of choice
+ Confident use of IT
+ Ability to follow a brief and meet deadlines
**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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**Closing date:** **02 February 2026 at midnight**

**QD Reviewer - Pearson BTEC International Level 2 working towards level 3 in Early Years Childhood Education.**
**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.
**Purpose**
The **Reviewer** is to review learning and assessment materials to ensure they are technically correct and align with given specification content and assessment requirements. We are looking for innovative reviewers with fresh ideas that motivate our learners and set them on the path to success. If you would like to be involved in shaping and developing our qualification content and assessment apply now.
**Core Services and Expectations**
When carrying out your role, please be mindful that you represent Pearson and that you should always maintain your professional integrity. Therefore, it is essential that you:
+ You would be expected to review the units assigned to you.
+ You may also be expected to technically edit / review units within your chosen sector/subject area.
+ Act at all times in a way which will not bring Pearson, its employees, and its representatives into disrepute.
+ Read all Pearson policies and guidance prior to undertaking contracted activities.
+ Respect the confidentiality of centres and learners.
+ Attend any and all meetings or training sessions provided, relevant to your role, where requested by Pearson.
+ Adhere to deadlines given by Pearson and ensure that all work is carried out to the best of an individual's ability.
+ Remain respectful and advocate for others to ensure and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in a professional manner when carrying out services on behalf of Pearson.
+ Have personal IT equipment capable of running Pearson software, relevant malware, appropriate virus protection software, a suitable internet connection, and a personal, secure email account.
+ Communicate with Pearson and its centres in a timely manner when carrying out all designated responsibilities.
+ Raise any concerns if you suspect or are made aware of any malpractice, maladministration, and/or safeguarding issues.
**Role Specific Services and Expectations (Essential)**
As well as Pearson's core services expectations, there are also role-specific services and expectations that you must consider and be able to provide. These include:
+ Must have an understanding and experience of working within a vocational sector and/or have taught this subject to learners aged 14-19.
+ Must have a good understanding of vocational qualifications in the sector
+ Ensuring learning and assessment materials comply with the Global Content Policy, fully support accessibility, diversity, equality, and inclusion, and sensitivity guidelines.
+ Ensuring all applicable learning and assessment materials produced are of high quality and show sufficient coverage of the topics and assessment criteria as set out in the applicable guidelines.
+ Ensuring all materials are appropriate to the specific range of ability and will result in good discrimination and differentiation at all levels.
+ Advising on subject specialist matters throughout the production process and providing feedback where necessary.
+ Adhering to the production schedules and turnaround requests, keeping Pearson informed of your availability which could affect deadlines.
+ Reviewing, reporting, and clearly marking up comments and producing revised learning and assessment materials, as and when required, throughout the production process.
+ Providing feedback on drafts at each stage and attending online sign-off meeting(s) where required.
+ Ensuring all associated materials are updated throughout the production process
**Desirable**
+ You have reviewed educational materials and are adept at summarising materials and creating educational materials
+ Industry experience not required but preferred
+ This is a position for a current development. You must be able to review at Level 2 and Level 3 vocational standard
**Experience and Qualifications required:**
**Experience:**
As a representative of the company, you will be expected to have experience in, or be able to demonstrate the ability of the following:
+ Have recent relevant teaching experience
+ Have a relevant teaching qualification
+ 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 the ability to pick up new skills quickly and apply them (reviewing of assessment criteria)
+ Have the ability to follow a brief
+ Be able to review author's work clearly and concisely
+ Have an ability to work to tight deadlines
**Vocational Qualifications (e.g., BTEC/FS)**
+ A minimum of one full academic year of teaching experience in the relevant subject area/sector within the last 8 years and/or extensive knowledge and experience in Pearson assessment, quality, and processes and national standards within the last 5 years.
+ A UK recognised teaching qualification.
**There is a reviewing task to be completed as part of the application for this role. Additionally, this is an occasional working role, tied to discrete contracts of work and a specific qualification development project.**
**Please note upon successful application Pearson may ask you to provide proof of the qualifications required.**
**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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**Closing date:** **01 December 2025 at midnight**