V3 November 2022 - S Henderson
Thomas Tallis School – BTEC Programmes
Internal Verification Policy
The aims of this policy are:
In order to do this, Thomas Tallis will:
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Roles & Responsibilities
Thomas Tallis School – BTEC Programmes
Internal Verification Policy
The aims of this policy are:
- To ensure there is an accredited Lead Internal Verifier in each principal subject area (BTEC Entry Level-Level 3)
- To ensure that Internal Verification is valid, reliable and covers all Assessors and programme activity.
- To ensure that the Internal Verification procedure is open, fair and free from bias
- To ensure that there is accurate and detailed recording of Internal Verification decisions.
In order to do this, Thomas Tallis will:
- Where required by the qualification, a Lead Internal Verifier is appropriately appointed for each subject area, is registered with Pearson and has undergone the necessary standardisation processes
- A lead internal verifier (LIV) is appointed for each subject area, who is registered with Pearson and has undergone the necessary standardisation process
- Standardisation materials are shared, by the LIV, with each BTEC team as appropriate
- A deputy LIV is identified and trained in order to deputise effectively for the LIV in their absence, see list at the end of this policy for current LIVs and Deputies
- Each Lead Internal Verifier oversees effective Internal Verification systems in their subject area
- The LIV for the subject area oversees the internal verification process for that subject area in line with the Guide to Internal Verification 2022 – 23 which includes IV of assignment and assessment decisions in line with deadlines as detailed on the current assessment plan for that programme area
- Staff are briefed and trained in the requirements for current Internal Verification procedures
- Staff are briefed and trained by the QN/LIV in requirements for current internal verification, the current year’s guidance can be found here
- Effective Internal Verification roles are defined, maintained and supported Internal Verification is promoted as a developmental process between staff
- Internal verification is seen and promoted as a developmental process to support staff at all levels
- Roles are clearly defined as
- LIV – responsible for overseeing internal verification within that programme area
- Assessor – responsible for assessing learner work
- IV – responsible for elements of internal verification under to guidance and direction of the LIV, as per the assessment plan
- QN – provides support and guidance to all BTEC staff in matters relating to internal verification
- Standardised Internal Verification documentation is provided and used
- Internal verification documents are provided and accessible using this link which all BTEC staff are directed to use
- All centre assessment instruments are verified as fit for purpose
- Assessment instruments are considered as part of the internal verification process, crucially with the assignment brief to ensure that the assessment instrument is/are fit for purpose
- An annual Internal Verification schedule, linked to assessment plans, is in place
- Lead Internal Verifiers create and use an Internal Verification schedule to work alongside the assessment plan, which details deadlines for all IV activity to take place by
- An appropriately structured sample of assessment from all programmes, units, sites and Assessors is Internally Verified, to ensure centre programmes conform to national standards
- The internal verification schedule is designed to allow an appropriate structured sample of assessment across all programmes, units and Assessors
- Each assignment brief is internally verified before issuing to learners
- Use of the assignment checking service and authorised assignment briefs is encouraged, without removing the need for all assignments to be internally verified
- Each unit has an appropriate sample of assessment decisions relevant to the experience of the assessor and size of learner group
- Secure records of all Internal Verification activity are maintained
- Records of Internal Verification are maintained and kept secure for 3 years after certification by the Lead Internal Verifier for that programme
- The outcome of Internal Verification is used to enhance future assessment practice
- Internal Verification activity is used within each programme area to enhance future assessment practice by indicating good practice in those areas, and areas where improvement was identified to minimise the opportunity of these happening in the future
Links
- Pearson Qualification Subject pages
- BTEC Centre Guide to Internal Assessment
- Assessment and verification templates
- BTEC Centre Guide to Quality Assurance
Roles & Responsibilities
- LIV/Programme Leader – responsible for each programme area (assignment design, assignment briefs, assessment plans, recording and tracking, resubmission and/or retakes, where appropriate, and assessment decisions)
- Quality Nominee – overseeing quality of BTEC programmes across the centre, providing advice about BTEC procedures, policies, IV, etc.
- BTEC Staff – responsible for delivery of BTEC programmes, assessment of learner work and internal verification under the guidance of the relevant LIV
- Standards Verifier – externally appointed by the awarding body to ensure national standards are being applied