Graduate Marker

Pearson; London; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking recent graduates for the role of Specialist Graduate Marker. The position involves marking exams for various subjects during the May to July examination period. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and possess strong communication skills. This home-based role offers flexible hours and training, with potential for increased earnings.

Qualifications

• Degree holder or final year student expected to graduate Summer 2024.
• Excellent English communication skills; Level 4 or above in London Test of English or equivalent.
• Good access to a PC with broadband.

Responsibilities

• Mark candidates' work according to defined marking schemes.
• Complete up to approximately 40-45 hours of work during examination periods.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Computer literacy

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Job description

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Pearson are recruiting graduates for Summer 2024 examinations, for the following subjects:

GCE A Level Chemistry 9CH0 - Papers 01, 02, and 03

GCSE Biology 1BI0 - Paper 1H

iGCSE Biology 4BI1 - Paper 2B

iGCSE Economics 4EC1 - Papers 01 and 02

iGCSE Economics 4WEC1 - Papers 01 and 01R

Your role as a Specialist Graduate Marker will demand the very best that you can give. You will be responsible for marking candidates' work in accordance with a rigidly defined mark scheme. This will be a short term temporary contract and the marking will be home based.

To be eligible for this role, you will:

Hold a degree in one of the subjects listed and have graduated within the past five years or are a final year student, expected to complete your degree Summer 2024

Have excellent communications skills in English (Note: If your first language is not English, you must have a Level 4 or above London Test of English qualification. Equivalent qualifications such as IELTS, TOEFL, CPE at a similar level are acceptable)

Be computer literate and have access to a personal PC with a broadband connection enabling you to work from home

Possess good time management skills

If you are currently completing a teaching qualification, this is desirable but not essential

We are the UK's largest awarding body and offer qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in names like Edexcel, BTEC, EDI and LCCI.

Important Note. If you have been contracted as a Specialist Graduate Marker in the last 2 years, there is no need to reapply again

You will be trained and supported throughout the marking process by our experienced team of senior examiners.

You can expect approximately 40-45 hours of work during the main examination series (May - July). Markers who complete their initial contract early and to a high standard will have the opportunity to increase their earnings.

To apply, please click on the online application form link below.

Important Note. This role is specifically for recent graduates without teaching experience. If you have more than a year's full time teaching experience and are a qualified teacher, please have a look at our vacancies page for more suitable roles.

Additional information

The marking period is between May - July.

The training required to mark 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 learning. 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.

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.