We are looking for a Chief Examiner to join us and a marking team to ensure the standards of this industry are maintained and to play an important part in the onward journey of Land-based services in the UK.
This role gives you the opportunity to work alongside your current job, to build additional income with competitive daily rates, and to continue to develop your own skills and development.
For more information please see the Role profile and Person specification.
The Chief Examiner will need to cover the following pathway:
- Crop Production
The Role Profile outlines the expectations of the Chief Examiner role, and the Person Specification outlines the experience we’re looking for someone to have as a Chief Examiner.
Further detail on this qualification and its assessments can be found here.
The Chief Examiner will ensure question papers are prepared ahead of our dated exam series and are at the required standard, error free and high quality. They will support a team of markers during standardisation activities, sampling and providing on-going support during marking – and will then support setting grade boundaries for each examination series. The Chief Examiner will also provide guidance on occasional technical queries throughout the year where needed, and support preparation of our task-based synoptic assignments.
The Chief Examiner should have strong industry experience with a passion in supporting learners in an important step in their journey, with a commitment to quality and high standards. Experience in writing and reviewing question papers is welcomed but not necessary.
The Chief Examiner will also provide key technical advice and guidance to support assessment development and delivery across the year, when required.
Key Timelines
Assessment Production
Standardisation and Marking Window
Awarding/Standard Setting
Dated Entry Question Paper – June Exam Series
Ongoing throughout the year outside of key marking and awarding windows
June – July
July – Mid August
Dated Entry Question Paper – November Exam Series
November – December
December - January
Application process –
- Submit your CV
- Complete the application form
When completing your application, it is essential you read the person specification fully and map your application to show where you meet the requirements set out. If you would like to be considered for one paper, please specify this within your application.
Please note applications that do not demonstrate meeting the person specification may be declined or delayed. We look forward to receiving your application.
Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis. Successful applicants for the Chief Examiner positions may be asked to carry out a short task/ attend a telephone interview as part of the second stage of recruitment, before being confirmed in role.
Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion
We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen and enriches us, and that it is the responsibility of everyone at the City & Guilds Group to drive this value. We work hard to be inclusive in our approach to recruitment and associate opportunities, whilst still ensuring we meet our regulatory requirements. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from diverse and underrepresented communities.
Please email associate.recruitment@cityandguilds.com and let us know if you require any support/adjustments with your application and if successful any adjustments needed to support you in your role.
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