Examiner - GCE A Level - Design and Technology (2017 Specification)

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Posted 2 January 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Marking Subject Knowledge Teaching Experience Meeting Deadlines GCE Assessment

FULL DESCRIPTION

Examiner - GCE A Level - Design and Technology (2017 Specification)

A GCE Design and Technology (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
  • c. since qualifying as a teacher
  • You will have a degree or equivalent
  • You will be a qualified teacher

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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