Standard Verifiers NVQ and Apprenticeships - Senior Healthcare Support Worker- Maternity Support

Standard Verifiers NVQ and Apprenticeships - Senior Healthcare Support Worker- Maternity Support

Job description

Standard Verifiers NVQ and Apprenticeships - Senior Healthcare Support Worker- Maternity Support

Reference : NVQ MatSup

We are currently recruiting for our Maternity Support sector.

Purpose of this role :

Undertake sampling of assessment and internal verification decisions and records for competence-based qualifications within a Principal Subject Area (PSA) in order to affirm that national occupational standards have been achieved and upheld.

Support, advise and guide centres based on the outcomes of the sampling process. Direct centres in the delivery of competence-based qualifications towards the achievement of national occupational standards.







Applicants must have significant experience of delivering and assessing NVQs at level 1-3, hold D32 / D33 or A1 qualifications, and hold / be working towards the V1 or the Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice.

A good working knowledge of the relevant specifications, and evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in the field of assessment and delivery of vocational qualifications are also required.

Key Accountabilities

For competence-based qualifications for the sector(s) for which occupational competency is demonstrated, the Standards Verifier NVQ will :

Undertake sampling of learner work within defined parameters and rules to verify that assessment outcomes, assessment and internal verification processes meet national occupational standards

Provide sector-specific support, advice and guidance to centres

Produce reports for centres and Pearson on the : sampling undertaken; outcomes reached and support provided

To recommend limited certification,





certification deferral or registration deferral where it is deemed that flawed assessment or internal verification decisions or processes mean that national occupational standards are not met

Produce targeted actions for centres to assist with remedial action where national occupational standards are not being upheld

Support centres to understand and implement identified actions

Report back to Pearson and centres following SV activity within agreed service-level agreements

Provide source materials for the standardisation of centre assessors, internal verifiers and lead internal verifiers as requested

Undertake any other duties appropriate to the work of WBL Assessment in relation to this role

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience Required :

Essential :

In order to be considered for the role,





you must be occupationally competent in Maternity Support. Please refer to attached Apprenticeship standards for guidance on specific requirements.

Maternity Support Workers assist midwives to look after pregnant women, mothers and newborn babies in a range of settings.

Under the supervision of a registered midwife, you will contribute to the care of women antenatally and during birth, and of women and babies postnatally.

You will support new parents to care for their baby and to develop confidence and bonding.

Significant experience in delivering and assessing NVQs

Hold D32 / D33 or A1 qualifications, and hold / be working towards the V1 or the Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice







Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in the field of assessment and delivery of vocational qualifications.

Desirable

A willingness to engage in online training and standardisation and to use technology-based approaches for communication and centre support Significant experience in delivering and assessing NVQs.

S kills & Knowledge :

Essential

Excellent communication, written, verbal, IT and interpersonal skills

A good working knowledge of the specifications that comprise the area of expertise for the role

A customer-focused approach

Time management and ability to develop and monitor clear action plans

Ability to work effectively as part of a team







Ability to understand the implications of decisions taken on Pearson’s behalf and not to operate outside the sphere of responsibility defined within this job description

Desirable

Word processing and basic spreadsheet manipulation

Requirements :

Any associate undertaking this role must :

Have personal IT equipment capable of running Pearson required software Have a suitable internet connection

Have a personal and secure email account

Have a postal address in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland Declare any conflicts of interest that could impact on the role

Have availability for a minimum of 8 allocations in any given year

Abide by the terms of conditions as stated in the contract for word

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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