Examiner (Newly Qualified Teacher) - GCE A Level - Politics

Pearson; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational company seeks a Newly Qualified Teacher as Examiner for GCE A Level Politics in London. This role involves marking candidates’ responses using a pre-defined mark scheme, requiring high subject knowledge and the ability to adhere to strict timelines. The marking will predominantly be remote, taking place between May and July, offering flexibility during the peak marking period.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent required for the role.
• Qualified teacher with experience in teaching GCE A Level Politics.
• High subject knowledge essential for marking.

Responsibilities

• Mark accurately and consistently to ensure standards are maintained.
• Submit samples to Team Leader at designated times.
• Complete all administration as specified.

Skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to work well under pressure

High level of subject knowledge

Education

Degree or equivalent

Qualified Teacher status

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Examiner (Newly Qualified Teacher) - GCE A Level - Politics

Reference: GCEPolNQT

A GCE Politics (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.

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

You will be in your NQT year of teaching GCE A Level Politics.

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

Welcome to Pearson, the world's leading learning company. We have a simple mission: to help people make more of their lives through 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.

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.

Application Information We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.