Examiner - GCSE - Biology (2016 Specification)

Pearson; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated GCSE Biology Examiner to join their team. This role involves marking candidates' responses with precision, ensuring adherence to established standards while working under pressure during the marking period from May to July. Ideal candidates will possess a high level of subject knowledge, a degree or equivalent, and qualified teacher status. The position offers the flexibility of remote marking using ePEN, making it an excellent opportunity for educators looking to contribute their expertise in a meaningful way. If you are passionate about education and assessment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• One academic year's teaching experience within the last 8 years.
• Degree or equivalent and qualified teacher status required.

Responsibilities

• Mark accurately and consistently to maintain standards.
• Submit samples to Team Leader at designated times.

Skills

Subject Knowledge

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Deadline Management

Education

Degree or Equivalent

Qualified Teacher Status

Tools

ePEN

Job description

A GCSE Biology (2016 Specification) 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.