Moderator - GCE A Level - English Literature (2016 Specification)

Pearson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a GCE English Literature Moderator to review candidates’ assessments. The ideal candidate will have teaching experience, a relevant degree, and be a qualified teacher. Key responsibilities include moderating coursework and assessments, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion at the core of the company's values. Training will be provided in May-June, with moderation occurring between May-July.

Qualifications

• One academic year’s worth of teaching experience within the last 8 years.
• Qualified teacher status.

Responsibilities

• Moderate parts of a subject examination marked by teachers.
• Directly assess school-based components if necessary.
• Complete and submit centre reports as required.

Skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Ability to meet deadlines

High level of subject knowledge

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

A GCE English Literature (New Specification) Moderator will review the centre assessment of candidates’ work in accordance with the agreed assessment criteria and Pearson's procedures. Each moderator will moderate a specified number of centre samples.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the moderation of parts of a subject examination, such as coursework, projects and special studies, which are marked initially by teachers in the centres and then sent to you. Moderation will usually involve sampling procedures.

• Undertake, when necessary, the direct assessment of school-based components in the subject where centres opt not to make initial assessments.

• Complete and submit centre reports to the Team Leader or Principal Moderator as required.

Experience / Qualifications Needed

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

• A degree or equivalent.

• Qualified teacher.

Competencies Required

• Ability to work well under pressure.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

• High level of subject knowledge 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.

Application Information

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