Examiner - International GCSE - Arabic as a First Language - Fully Remote

Pearson; Greater London; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is recruiting an Examiner for International GCSE Arabic as a First Language. The role is fully remote, with marking potentially done onscreen from home or via traditional paper scripts. The period runs from May to July, with training in May and June, and an agreed allocation of scripts to mark.

Applicants should have a relevant degree, teacher qualifications, and recent assessment experience with a UK exam board. Strong ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent required to apply.
• Qualified teacher status required or equivalent recognised qualifications.
• Assessment experience with a UK exam board within the last 5 years also considered.

Responsibilities

• Mark candidates' responses accurately and consistently according to the mark scheme.
• Submit samples to your Team Leader at designated times.
• Meet marking milestones and adhere to deadlines.
• Complete all required administration as specified.

Education

Degree or equivalent

Qualified teacher

Job description

Examiner - International GCSE - Arabic as a First Language - Fully Remote

An International GCSE Arabic (2017 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.

We are also recruiting for:

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
• 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.