L3 Certificate Mathematics in Context-Principal Examiner

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Reference:Principal Examiner- Core Maths 

Closing date:03 December 2014 at midnight 

What this role is required to do?

  • Be responsible for setting and maintaining the standards Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics in Context.
  • Prepare examination papers for Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics in Context ensuring that all components of the examination meet the specified requirements and that the specification content is covered appropriately year on year.
  • Attend question paper evaluation committee (QPEC) meetings for their own paper and the other paper.
  • Lead the standardisation of examiners allocated to the Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics in Context  paper
  • Manage a team of Assistant Examiners
  • Participate in the awarding of Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics in Context
  • Compile reports providing feedback on candidates' performance in each examination
  • Assist/lead the delivery of centre training events

 Experience and Qualifications Required

·         You will have a relevant degree or equivalent in the subject.

·         You will ideally be a qualified teacher, with UK school-based teaching experience, in the relevant subject and qualification.

·         You will have assessment experience of leading a team of examiners, ideally in the relevant qualification.

·         You will have experience of managing people.

Application Information

We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.