At a Glance
- Tasks: Mark International GCSE Commerce scripts accurately from the comfort of your home.
- Company: Join Pearson, the UK's largest awarding body with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Flexible remote work, competitive pay, and the chance to contribute to educational excellence.
- Other info: Marking period is May to July, with training provided in May and June.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while working with a supportive and inclusive team.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent and one year of relevant teaching experience required.
The predicted salary is between 39483 - 48257 £ per year.
An International GCSE Commerce (2017 specification) Examiner will mark 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 e PEN, 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 one academic year's worth of teaching experience
- a. within the last 8 years
- b. within the relevant qualification and subject
- You will have a degree or equivalent
- 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
- 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.
Examiner - International GCSE - Commerce (2017 Spec) - Fully Remote employer: Schools Week
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