Consultant Development Managers for Pearson BTEC International Level 2 and Level 3 Qualifications
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.
Role Summary:
We are looking for Consultant Development Managers to work on any of the following sectors at Levels 2 and 3.
- Applied Science
- Performing Arts
- Music/Music Production
In this role, you will lead the design and development of high‑quality vocational learning products, including qualifications, assessments, and teaching materials. You’ll combine subject matter expertise, and creativity to deliver solutions that meet learner, customer, and stakeholder needs. You will be a subject matter expert trusted to independently lead complex content development projects – shaping products that are both engaging and compliant.
If you would like to be involved in shaping and developing our qualification content and assessment apply now.
Responsibilities/Typical Tasks
- lead on the design and development of international qualifications, assessments, and learning content aligned to learner and market needs.
- build a strong evidence base to inform product design decisions
- establish effective collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders
- ensure delivery of content to time, budget, and quality standards
- lead end-to-end product development (design, approval, delivery)
- brief and manage subject matter experts and writing teams
- collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth implementation and lifecycle support
- monitor product quality, accuracy, and customer experience throughout the lifecycle
- identify improvements to enhance learner outcomes and customer satisfaction
- represent Pearson in stakeholder engagements
Experience and Qualifications Required
Qualifications required to apply for your chosen role at Pearson will depend on the qualification you are developing. Please contact Pearson ahead of your application if the requirements are not clear.
Essential
- Current sector experience/applied subject knowledge with at least two years’ experience
- Experience in education, qualifications, or assessment development
- Experience designing or developing qualifications or learning products
- Project management experience with delivery to time, budget and quality
- Good communication skills; good standard of written English and ability to offer constructive feedback clearly and concisely
- Confident use of IT, AI and word processing
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional/ virtual teams
- 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)
- Teaching experience
- Budget management experienceExposure to AI tools or prompt engineering
Working Model
- Fixed-term contract (4 to 6 months depending on qualification)
- Hybrid working depending on business needs
- Collaboration across global and virtual teams
Note: Please indicate any work experience (teaching, vocational or industrial/occupational experience) in the Occupational section of the application form for your application not to be declined.
Closing date: 30 June 2026 at midnight
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