At a Glance
- Tasks: Mark T Level assessments in Digital Data Analytics and ensure high standards.
- Company: Join Pearson, a leading global learning company committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Flexible contract role, competitive pay, and the chance to develop your career in education.
- Other info: Work from home with occasional travel for training and standardisation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' futures while earning extra money alongside your studies.
- Qualifications: Degree in computing or related field; teaching experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
T Levels are new courses coming in September 2020, which will follow GCSEs and will be equivalent to three A levels. These two‑year courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses, so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares students for work. T Levels will offer students a mixture of classroom learning and ‘on‑the‑job’ experience during an industry placement of at least 45 days. They will provide the knowledge and experience needed to open the door into skilled employment, further study or a higher apprenticeship.
The T Level Examiner role is an excellent opportunity to earn some extra money in a contract role, alongside any full‑time commitments you may have, whilst also developing your career in education. T‑Level Examiners mark candidate responses in accordance with a pre‑defined mark scheme, whilst adhering to the Code of Practice and published examination procedures. Assessments will be marked either onscreen using ePEN, which can be completed from home, or by the traditional method, using paper scripts sent through the post. A high level of contemporary subject knowledge is necessary in order to apply the mark scheme. Each examiner will receive an agreed allocation of scripts. Some national travel may be required to attend examiner training and standardisation.
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.
- To attend standardisation.
- To regularly mark scripts during the Summer Series and/or Autumn Series.
Qualifications:
Essential: You will have a degree or equivalent work‑based qualification such as a Level 5/6/7 NVQ in computing, computer science or software development, or membership of a relevant professional body such as the British Computing Society (BCS) or the Chartered Institute for IT. You will be fully conversant with the languages in the specification, e.g., Python or C–based languages such as C, C#, C++, Java.Desirable: You will be a qualified teacher or hold an equivalent teaching qualification such as Cert Ed, C&G 7404, PTTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS or an Assessor/Verifier award.
Experience Required:
You will hold a minimum of one year’s teaching and assessment experience within the last eight years, or equivalent in computing or software development or programming or computer science at Level 3. OR You will have recent occupational experience in one of the following job or occupational titles: Computer Programmer, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Senior Software Developer.
Competencies Required:
- 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.
If you do have teaching experience within the last eight years, please ensure you list this under ‘Occupational Experience’.
T Level - Digital Data Analytics - T Level Examiner employer: Pearson Anderson
Pearson is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering flexible contract roles like the T Level Examiner position that can complement full-time commitments. With a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion, Pearson fosters a supportive work culture where every individual is valued, and opportunities for professional advancement are abundant. Working from home with the option for national travel for training, this role not only provides a chance to contribute to the education sector but also allows for a balanced work-life experience.
