Economics Examiners

Eduqas; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 120 - 360; Part time

Job summary

A leading education assessment organization is welcoming applications for the role of an A-level Economics Examiner. This position is ideal for current or retired teachers with experience in teaching A-level Economics. The role involves attending an online training conference and subsequently marking scripts over three weeks. This opportunity allows candidates to enhance their skill set and contributes valuable teaching insights. Competitive fees are provided for training and marking.

Qualifications

• Current or retired teachers or lecturers with A-level Economics experience.
• Available for intensive marking approximately 3 weeks during May-June.
• Teaching and assessment experience in A-level Economics.

Responsibilities

• Attend an online examiner conference for training.
• Mark A-level Economics scripts online over a three-week period.
• Ensure confidence in the marking process with extensive support.

Skills

Teaching experience in A-level Economics

Assessment experience

Ability to mark scripts online

Job description

We’re welcoming applications from Teachers, FE Lectures or retired teachers who have taught A-level Economics.

The role

Examiners will be required to attend an online examiner conference where training will be given on the procedures of marking A-level Economics scripts. Examiners will mark their scripts online in a three-week period after the examiner conference. Examiners will be paid a fee for attending the examiner conference and a marking fee for each script marked. The Examiner will mark one of the three components from the specification (https://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/economics-asa-level/#tab_keydocuments )

Examining is a rewarding and interesting experience that can also be undertaken alongside your existing teaching role.

About you

We’re keen to hear from current or retired teachers or lecturers with teaching and assessment experience in A-level Economics. Candidates should be available for a period of approximately 3 weeks to undertake intensive script marking in May-June.

As an Examiner, you will gain invaluable insight into the assessment process at WJEC. You will have the opportunity to enhance your skill set and increase your understanding of your subject, all of which can inform your teaching

We provide first class training, guidance and support throughout the assessment process to ensure that you are confident in the work you will undertake. Our extensive support network is in place so you can contact your dedicated Team Leader or Principal Examiner and WJEC's Appointees team as you work through your allocated scripts.

To find out more about the role, please do not hesitate to contact the Appointees Team, ([e-mail]) who would be more than happy to answer your questions.

To make an application go to https://amp.wjec.co.uk/