Subject Matter Expert (SME) Expression of Interest

1Introduction
2Personal information
3Expertise
4Employment details
5Equality and diversity monitoring
6Check your answers

Introduction

UAL Awarding Body develops new qualifications for a range of learners with stakeholders. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) may help the development of some qualifications based on their creative arts subject area and/or technical expertise.

SMEs support the development of valid, reliable and fit-for-purpose qualifications. They help to secure and expand the future of the awarding body’s ever-expanding portfolio.

UAL Awarding Body does not guarantee work to individuals who appear on our SME Register. All those who are part of the Register act as freelancers. UAL can commission work based on the type of qualification and creative arts subject area identified for development in the Qualifications and Assessment Team’s annual strategy and plans.

Commissions may include reviewing, proofreading and/ or writing:

  • unit content
  • learning outcomes
  • assessment briefs
  • additional resources.

Privacy Notice

Purpose

UAL collects personal data on this form to gather information about an individual’s professional knowledge and experience. This helps UAL to:

  • consider them for registration as a SME with Awarding Body
  • select appropriate experts when required
  • track the diversity of our pool of external experts.

Selection criteria for commissions:

  • your subject expertise
  • assessment expertise
  • any conflict of interest we may identify.

UAL can use the data as evidence to national regulators. It evidences we have sufficient expertise during qualification and assessment development.

Legal Basis

Registration and selection as an expert:

GDPR Art.6(1)(f) – legitimate interests to identify and manage relationships with appropriate subject matter experts.

Monitoring diversity

6(1)(a) – Consent of the data subject.

9(2)(a) – Explicit consent of the data subject.

Retention

5 years or until consent is withdrawn.

Privacy notice agreement(Required)
Data processing(Required)

Personal details

Address(Required)
Date of birth(Required)

Expertise

Include a short summary as well as any specialisms. For example, pattern cutting within fashion or musical theatre within performing arts.
Do you have any assessment experience?
Have you heard of UAL Awarding Body?
Do you have any of the following skills and experience?(Required)
Tick all that apply.
Write a summary on your subject area including any specialisms. For example, pattern cutting within fashion or musical theatre within performing arts.
Have you worked with an Awarding Body?(Required)
Are you currently working for another Awarding Body?(Required)

Employment details

Which one describes you best?(Required)
Have you worked with UAL before?(Required)
Are you already a possible Supplier?(Required)
Do you work in a UAL centre?(Required)
Which option describes you best?(Required)

Equality and diversity monitoring

UAL Awarding Body values the diversity of all its staff and external consultants. It believes in the many ways a diverse workforce enriches the institution for staff, students and visitors alike. UAL Awarding Body promotes an inclusive culture where people can be themselves. We commit to understanding, respecting and representing a broad range of views. We recognise that diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to the creative arts. 

To assist us in monitoring the effectiveness of our diversity and inclusion practices, please supply the information below. Provision of this information is completely voluntary. If you do not wish to provide this information you can select the “Prefer not to say” option.

Equality Act 2010 protects people against discrimination on the grounds of their:

  • age and sex
  • race which includes colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin
  • religion or belief, including a lack of any belief
  • sexual orientation, be it bisexual, gay, heterosexual or lesbian.

It also protects those in a married or civil partnership relationship.

Equality Act 2010 definition of disability:

You have a physical or mental impairment that has a 'substantial' and 'long-term' adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.

What is your sex?
Do you consider yourself to be disabled?
Including online access

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