Examiner - GCE A Level - CHEMISTRY (2016 Specification)

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

Job summary

Join a leading educational organization as a GCE Chemistry Examiner, where you'll play a crucial role in assessing candidates' responses. This position requires a high level of subject knowledge and the ability to mark accurately and consistently, ensuring that standards are upheld. With the flexibility of marking from home using ePEN and the opportunity to contribute to educational excellence, this role is perfect for qualified teachers looking to make a difference during the marking period from May to July. Embrace this chance to engage with the educational community and impact students' futures positively.

Qualifications

• One academic year's teaching experience within the last 8 years.
• A degree or equivalent qualification is required.

Responsibilities

• Mark accurately and consistently to maintain standards.
• 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

Tools

ePEN

Job description

A GCE Chemistry (2016 Specification) Examiner will mark 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 and subject
• 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.