International GCSE English as a Second Language (2023) – Examiner (New Specifications)

Examiner – International GCSE English as a Second Language (2023 Specification)

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Overview of the Role:

An International GCSE English as a Second Language (2023 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, which can be done from home. 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

ESSENTIAL:

You will have one academic year’s worth of teaching experience:

a. within the last 8 years

b. within the relevant qualification and subject

c. since qualifying as a teacher

You will have a degree or equivalent

You will be a qualified teacher

DESIRABLE:

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 examination period is between May and July.

All new examiners will receive training, and a short training session will be available before marking begins. All of this can be done from home and in examiners’ own time. Support from senior examiners will be available to all markers throughout the marking period.