Examiner - International Advanced Level - Decision Mathematics (2018 specification)

Pearson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking an International Advanced Level Decision Mathematics Examiner to mark candidates’ responses according to pre-defined mark schemes. The role requires accuracy, consistency, and meeting deadlines, along with strong subject knowledge and teaching experience. The position allows for onscreen marking from home during the marking period from May to July.

Applicants should possess a degree or equivalent and demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure. Pearson is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where talent can thrive.

Qualifications

• One academic year's worth of teaching experience in the relevant qualification and subject within the last 8 years.

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.

Skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Ability to meet deadlines

High level of subject knowledge

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

An International Advanced Level Decision Mathematics 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.

We are also recruiting for the following:

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

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.

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.

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