GCSE/ International GCSE - English (2015 Specification) - Moderator (New Specifications)

Pearson ,
London, Greater London

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GCSE/ International GCSE - English (2015 Specification) - Moderator (New Specifications) Reference: Mod/EngLang/GCSE A GCSE English (2015 Specification) Moderator will review the centre assessment of candidates' work in accordance with the agreed assessment criteria and Pearson's procedures. Each moderator will moderate a specified number of centre samples. Responsibilities + To carry out the moderation of parts of a subject examination, such as coursework, projects and special studies, which are marked initially by teachers in the centres and then sent to you. Moderation will usually involve sampling procedures. + To undertake, when necessary, the direct assessment of school-based components in the subject where centres opt not to make initial assessments. + To complete and submit centre reports to the Team Leader or Principal Moderator as required 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 + 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. About Pearson Welcome to Pearson, the world's leading learning company. We have a simple mission: to help people make more of their lives through learning. 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.