Examiner - GCSE - Psychology (2017 Specification)

TN United Kingdom; London; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a GCSE Psychology Examiner to assess candidates' responses, ensuring adherence to marking standards. This role requires a high level of subject knowledge and teaching experience, allowing you to work flexibly from home using ePEN. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will support educational excellence. The marking period is from May to July, with training provided in May and June. If you are passionate about education and have the necessary qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• One academic year's teaching experience within the last 8 years.
• Degree or equivalent in relevant subject.

Responsibilities

• Mark candidates’ responses accurately and consistently.
• Submit samples to Team Leader at designated times.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Psychology Knowledge

Deadline Management

Pressure Handling

Education

Degree in Psychology

Teaching Qualification

Tools

ePEN

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Client:

Pearson

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Examiner - GCSE - Psychology (2017 Specification)

Reference: Ex/GCSE/Psy/2017spec

A GCSE Psychology (2017 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

We will consider applicants who have a psychology degree, but their teaching experience is in a different subject

OR

You will have one academic year's worth of Lecturing experience

a. within the last 8 years

b. within the relevant subject

You will have a degree or equivalent

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.

About Pearson

We value the power of inclusive culture and embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do. Pearson promotes a company culture where differences are embraced as strengths, opportunities are equal and accessible, consideration and respect are the norm. Through our talent, we believe that diversity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant company. People are at the centre of our company. We are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace ecosystem where talent can learn, grow, and thrive. We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. We are the UK's largest awarding body and offer qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in a range of General and Vocational courses.