Examiner - GCSE - Religious Studies B (2016 specification)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking GCSE Religious Studies Examiners to mark candidates' responses according to a pre-defined mark scheme. This role offers the flexibility of marking from home using ePEN, particularly appealing for those with a strong background in various religions, including Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and Islam. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate a high level of subject knowledge, teaching experience, and the ability to work under pressure while adhering to strict deadlines. The marking period runs from May to July, with training provided in May and June, making it an excellent opportunity for qualified teachers looking to contribute their expertise in a meaningful way.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teaching experience

Subject knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Deadline management

Education

Degree or equivalent

Qualified teacher status

Tools

ePEN

Job description

A GCSE Religious Studies B (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.

Although we welcome applications for all religions, we have a particular shortage in the following:

• Hinduism
• Judaism
• Buddhism
• Sikhism
• Islam

Responsibilities

1. To mark accurately and consistently to ensure overall standards are maintained.
2. To submit samples to your Team Leader at designated times.
3. To ensure milestones for marking are adhered to.
4. To ensure all administration is completed as specified.

Experience/qualifications needed

1. 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

1. You will have the ability to work well under pressure.
2. You will have the ability to meet deadlines.
3. 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.