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Examiner - GCE A Level - English Language (2016 Specification)
Pearson
Greater London
Remote
GBP 10,000 - 40,000
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Job summary
Join a forward-thinking organization as a GCE English Language Examiner, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining educational standards. This position involves marking candidates' responses with precision, utilizing both onscreen and traditional methods. You'll need a strong subject knowledge and teaching experience to ensure that the marking process adheres to established guidelines. The role offers flexibility, as much of the work can be done from home, making it an excellent opportunity for educators looking to contribute to the examination process while managing their time effectively. If you are passionate about education and committed to excellence, this role is perfect for you.
Qualifications
- A degree or equivalent is required along with qualified teacher status.
- One academic year's teaching experience is necessary.
Responsibilities
- Mark candidates' responses accurately and consistently.
- Submit samples to the Team Leader at designated times.
Skills
Subject Knowledge
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Deadline Management
Education
Degree or Equivalent
Qualified Teacher Status
Job description
A GCE English Language Examiner marks candidates' responses in accordance with the pre-defined mark scheme, whilst adhering to conditions of recognition and examination procedures. Most subjects will be marked onscreen using ePEN, which can be done from home. A few subjects are still marked in the traditional method, using paper scripts sent through the post. A high level of subject knowledge is necessary in order to apply the mark scheme. Each examiner will receive an agreed allocation of scripts.
Responsibilities
- To mark accurately and consistently to ensure overall standards are maintained
- To submit samples to your Team Leader at designated times
- To ensure milestones for marking are adhered to
- To ensure all administration is completed as specified
Experience/qualifications needed
- You will have one academic year's worth of teaching experience:
- a. within the last 8 years
- b. within the relevant qualification subject
- c. since qualifying as a teacher
- You will have a degree or equivalent
- You will be a qualified teacher
Competencies required
- You will have the ability to work well under pressure
- You will have the ability to meet deadlines
- You will have a high level of subject knowledge in order to apply the mark scheme
Additional information
- The marking period is between May - July.
- The training required to mark as an examiner will take place between May and June.
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