Examiner - GCE A Level Politics (2017 specification).

Reference:Ex/GCE/Pol/2017spec 

A GCE Politics (2017 Specification) Examiner marks 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 ePEN, 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 subject

  •  You will have a degree in Politics or be a qualified teacher

 
Or
 
Lecturer Experience / qualifications needed 
  • You will have a degree or equivalent
  • You will have at least one years teaching experience at undergraduate level in the last 3 years. 

 

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.

 

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