We expect the qualification development programme to run over approximately 18 to 24 months. The majority of the work will be undertaken remotely, but you will also attend a mix of virtual and in-person meetings, with approximately 10 days of meetings spread over the duration of the project.

Requirements for Your Personal Statement

You are required to provide evidence of:

• Substantial teaching experience in the relevant subject (typically through several years of classroom practice), alongside deep subject expertise.
• Experience of developing a specification, writing or reviewing questions, and/or marking or moderating.
• Strong leadership and people skills, capable of leading with positivity while supporting and developing a team.
• Consistency in meeting deadlines and delivering work to a strict schedule while juggling multiple priorities.
• An understanding of regulatory obligations when producing a specification and the importance of inclusivity in assessment.
• A focus on quality and consistency, with a track record of producing error-free materials.

How You’ll Make a Difference

You’ll play a vital role in developing specifications that reflect the needs of teachers and learners, ensuring fair, high-quality outcomes for every learner. By working with subject and assessment experts, you will shape new approaches that address the evolving education landscape.

This opportunity will allow you to build your professional credibility, gain valuable experience, and strengthen your teaching career. You would be joining a community of thousands of educators, making a national, lasting impact on the subject you’re passionate about.

Further Information

This is a worker contract that will be reviewed regularly, with a maximum of 50 weeks per annum. You’ll be paid a fee for both your work and meeting attendance, with the successful applicant expecting to receive total fees in the region of £4,000 to £6,000.

Ensure your personal statement provides detailed examples from your experience to demonstrate your suitability, referring to the criteria listed above.

Note: If you're interested in multiple Lead Developer positions, you must apply separately for each role.

Closing Date: Sunday, 12 July at 23:00.

Remote interviews will take place between the end of July and mid-August.

AQA may require relinquishment of any associate roles with AQA or other awarding organisations if you are successful.

AQA welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of:

• Gender identity or expression,
• Sexual orientation,
• Religion,
• Ethnicity,
• Age,
• Neurodiversity,
• Disability status,
• Citizenship, or
• Any other aspect which makes a person unique.

For further inquiries, contact us at: seniorrecruitment@aqa.org.uk