English Language Assessment Manager

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Job Description

About Us: Unleashing Potential through Lifelong Learning

At Pearson, we are passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their dreams through education. For nearly two centuries, since our founding in 1844, we have been at the forefront of innovation in learning. With a commitment to adding vibrancy and real-life impact to education, our mission is to enhance a lifetime of learning for everyone, helping them realize the life they imagine. Our global team of over 20,000 employees is dedicated to developing high-quality, digital-first resources that are accessible, sustainable, and designed for lifelong learning.

Empowering English Language Learners Worldwide

Our English Language Learning (ELL) division aspires to be the premier global destination for learning and enhancing English language skills. We focus on committed learners from all corners of the globe, driven by the desire to unlock their full potential through the mastery of English. Our aim is to create impactful learning experiences that cater to the aspirations of our diverse learners.

The Role at a Glance:

As an English Language Assessment Manager specializing in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) or ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of English language testing at Pearson. Working alongside a team of Test Development specialists, your primary focus will be on developing and refining our English language proficiency assessments. You will ensure that our testing instruments are crafted to the highest standards, aligning with our test specifications and meeting the evolving needs of the market.

Make Your Mark through:

Quality Management: Lead the development of assessment specifications, ensuring they are valid and fit for purpose. Oversee a team of external item writers, uphold professional standards, and contribute to the ongoing improvement of test quality.

Test Cycle Management: Supervise the production and review of test materials, manage the recruitment and training of examiners, and oversee pre-testing processes to ensure the highest standards of quality and consistency.

Customer Service Excellence: Maintain a high standard of customer service, ensuring all test-related documentation is accurate and inquiries are addressed promptly.

Collaboration and Industry Engagement: Work closely with internal teams and industry experts to ensure Pearson's tests remain at the forefront of language assessment.

Challenges:

• Upholding the highest quality and security standards.
• Innovating within established processes to find efficiencies.
• Managing the international scope of our business and diverse stakeholder needs.
• Delivering on tight deadlines and managing concurrent projects.

You're Our Dream Candidate If You Have:

Essential Skills

• Educated to Post Graduate level with a Masters level qualification in ESOL, Applied Linguistics, Educational Measurement, or similar
• Deep understanding of assessment issues
• Affinity for statistics
• Quality orientated with excellent attention to detail
• Proven administrative skills
• Project management skills and experience
• Experience of working in a team
• Flexible; willing to cover for other people and meet challenging deadlines
• Experience of different international educational contexts

Desired Skills

• High level command of the English language
• Knowledge of a second language
• Qualified professional with extensive teaching and/or training experience
• ESOL Teaching qualifications

Join Us:

At Pearson, we value diversity and strive to select the best person for each role based on relevant skills and experience. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you are passionate about transforming learning and making a real-life impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to embark on a fulfilling career journey with Pearson, where we're not just imagining the future of learning - we're creating it.