Subject Specialist – Critical Thinking
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Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Cambridge
- Expired
- Salary:
- £41,300 - £46,500 (pro-rata)
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- June 2015
- Apply by:
- 27 April 2015
Job overview
Fixed term June 2015 - May 2016, Part time, 22.5 hrs a week
We are one of the largest awarding bodies in the UK, with a portfolio of qualifications consisting of industry-relevant qualifications, as well as GCSEs and A Levels in a wide range of subjects. Our aim is to develop qualifications and resources that support best practice in teaching, learning and assessment, enable the build and delivery of innovative and engaging curricula and are clearly aligned to the education community’s needs
OCR is recruiting a subject specialist for its expanding Education and Learning teams, based in Cambridge. This is an opportunity to join dynamic, outward-facing teams working closely with our customers and stakeholders.
You role will be focussed on developing the Critical Thinking AS Level qualification through:
- Researching customer demand and needs for the Critical Thinking AS Level qualification with stakeholder groups including HE
- Working with subject experts to develop new specification content and assessment materials
- Commissioning innovative support to extend the reach and impact of our Critical Thinking qualification
- Supporting customers in delivering the qualification
You will have responsibility for the development of Critical Thinking, liaising closely with our GQ Reform team to develop and submit a new AS Level qualification for accreditation. You will be passionate about Critical Thinking and able to be an ambassador for it with schools, the regulator and stakeholders at all levels. Providing high quality customer service will be very important to you.
To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the following expertise and experience:
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of the place of Critical Thinking in the curriculum and its value to learners
- Experience of successfully delivering large-scale projects on time
- A business mindset with commercial and financial awareness
- Knowledge of assessment within Critical Thinking
- The ability to communicate clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences
- A can-do attitude and strong problem-solving skills
Teaching experience including Critical Thinking is highly desirable.
The closing date for applications is 27 April 2015 and interviews will take place week commencing 04 May 2015.
The successful applicant should be in a position to join OCR in June 2015.
This post may be suitable as a secondment for internal applicants only. Please discuss this with your line manager if you wish to consider this option.
To find out more about this role, please view the job description, or alternatively apply online now.
http://jobs.cambridgeassessment.org.uk/applicant/appS1.aspx?id=4010
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About Cambridge University Press & Assessment
- Cambridge University Press & Assessment
- The Triangle Building, Shaftesbury Road, Cambridge
- Cambridgeshire
- CB2 8EA
- United Kingdom
The Cambridge University Press & Assessment Group is a department of the University of Cambridge. We have three exam boards – University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL), and OCR. We are a not-for-profit organisation.
We're proud of our 150 years heritage and the expertise that it has given us. Cambridge University Press & Assessment operates and manages the University's three exam boards.
The world's largest provider of English language curriculums and qualifications for young learners and adults.
The world's largest provider of international programmes and qualifications for 5 to 19 year old learners.
OCR is one of the UK's biggest exam boards offering academic and vocational curriculums and qualifications. Whether you are building new IT systems, supporting our customers or developing one of our new qualifications, every person at Cambridge University Press & Assessment is making a difference. Being part of the education of eight million candidates, in over 170 countries every year, means we are opening doors to a better future every day.
We aim for these values to be at the heart of everything we do
And we believe actions speak louder than words when it comes to demonstrating this. We think we’re great people to work with, but then maybe we’re biased! What we are certain about though is that if you join Cambridge University Press & Assessment you’ll be surrounded by talented people with diverse backgrounds and skills, working together in a friendly and supportive way.
Real development opportunities
We have ambitious plans to become the leading world authority on assessment. It matters to us that people rise to bigger challenges and reach their potential. As your ambitions and interests grow there will be opportunities to move around the business and gain new skills.
We’ll expect you to take responsibility for fulfilling your own potential, and we will provide you with the training and development opportunities to manage this.
Did you know that we are not only based in Cambridge?
We also have a site in Coventry, as well as a number of other smaller offices around the UK and Overseas
- Staff discounts at many retailers both online and in-store.
- Cambridge University Card - providing access to a number of university facilities such as the University Library and discounts at the Cambridge University Press bookshop.
- Season Ticket Loan - for travelling by rail or bus.
- Discounted access to the University of Cambridge Sport Centre, along with various other local gyms.
- Family friendly enhanced benefits when you might need them such as maternity and paternity and childcare vouchers.
- Limited access to nursery and play scheme places (waiting list in operation).
In addition to…
- Generous pension scheme.
- Performance related pay.
- Subsidised staff restaurants.
- At least 36 days holiday (including bank holidays).
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