Examiner - International Advanced Level - History (2016 specification) - Fully Remote

Education Week Jobs; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking an International Advanced Level History Examiner to mark candidates' responses according to the pre-defined mark scheme. Most marking is done onscreen via ePEN, from home, with some scripts still marked traditionally on paper.

Applicants should have strong subject knowledge and full familiarity with examination procedures. The marking period runs from May to July, with training scheduled between May and June.

Qualifications

• One academic year's teaching experience within the last 8 years in the relevant qualification subject.
• A degree or equivalent is required.
• Qualified teacher status (QTS) is required.

Responsibilities

• Mark accurately and consistently to maintain standards.
• Submit samples to the Team Leader at designated times.
• Ensure milestones for marking are met.
• Complete all required administration as specified.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Deadline orientation

Marking accuracy

Education

Degree or equivalent

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

Job description

An International Advanced Level History (New 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 subject
• c. since qualifying as a teacher
• You will have a degree or equivalent
• You will have 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.

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.