Examiner - GCSE - Gujarati (2018 Specification)

Pearson; Greater London; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated GCSE Gujarati Examiners who are passionate about education and assessment. This role involves marking candidates' responses with precision, ensuring adherence to established standards and procedures. Successful candidates will possess a strong subject knowledge and the ability to work under pressure, meeting critical deadlines during the marking period from May to July. Join a team that values educational excellence and contributes to shaping the future of learners across the UK. If you have the qualifications and a commitment to high standards, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent required, with a minimum of 5 months part-time teaching experience.
• Assessment experience with a recognized UK exam board considered.

Responsibilities

• Mark accurately and consistently to maintain overall standards.
• Submit marking samples to Team Leader as required.

Skills

Subject Knowledge

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Deadline Management

Education

Degree or Equivalent

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

A GCSE Gujarati (2018 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 a degree or equivalent
• You will be a qualified teacher. We will accept qualifications obtained in the UK and overseas
• You will hold a minimum of 5 months part time teaching experience of the relevant qualification and subject, within the last 10 years. This experience must be obtained within the UK
• We will consider applicants who do not have teaching experience but who have assessment experience with a recognised UK exam board, within the last 5 years. This assessment experience must be relevant to the qualification and subject being applied for.

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.