Job Description
An External Verifier is responsible for external verification and qualification approval activities under the conditions, timescales and arrangements set by SQA. The prime role is to participate in verification of qualifications in the subject area to ensure that national standards are maintained.
Successful applicants must hold or be prepared to work towards the relevant External Verifier Learning & Development unit as this is an SQA requirement.
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Should an applicant require release from their employer (Scottish colleges only), they should discuss this fully with appropriate personnel within the centre before making an application. Up to 5 days release is anticipated in the annual contract period with additional time in applicants' own time also required to fulfil the duties of this post. However, this can be negotiable.
After successful completion of SQA's Induction the applicant will receive training in the role and work within a team of subject professionals.
Fees and expenses are paid for work undertaken.
All applications will be auto acknowledged. Please note, you may be unable to complete an application form using a mobile device. To complete and submit an application you should use a tablet, laptop or desktop computer.