Scriptmarkers
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Variable Hours contract
Fixed Term to 31.01.2015
Home Working
Job Description
Easton Campus, Easton, Norwich, NR9 5DX
Telephone: (01603) 731200
Otley Campus, Charity Lane, Otley, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 9NE
Telephone (01473) 785543
Title:
Reports to:
Purpose/Scope:
Scriptmarker
Lead Moderator
To provide marking services for Distance Learning Courses
Job Summary
Each Script Marker is responsible for the assessment and marking of the work completed by a
learner within their proven subject area, in accordance with agreed time scales.
Script Markers are required to provide comprehensive support for all learners at a distance
through robust and constructive feedback.
Script Markers must be able to mark a minimum of 5 scripts over a 10 day turn around from
receipt to return.
The first marking completed will be returned in 5 working days.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Script Marker will have responsibility for the following:
1. Comply fully with the department/College Quality Assurance systems to maintain standards,
participate in review and self-assessment activities and attend standardisation meetings
whenever possible.
2. To mark completed work and provide comprehensive and constructive written feedback to the
learner providing them with the level of support necessary to motivate continuous learning
and progress.
3. Provide guidance and advice to the learners during the course in a manner which is
supportive and encouraging, providing where necessary a link to the theory in the course
materials and practice in the work place.
4. Moderation – all work marked will be quality checked when first joining the department. This
level will reduce according to performance/quality feedback which will be provided by the
Lead Moderator/subject moderator. Necessary amendments required. These must be
returned to the department within 7 days of receipt and take priority over any new marking.
5. Produce and retain accurate feedback for each learner in line with department/College
formatting standards/guidelines for future audit purposes which must be stored for 6 months
to be awarding body compliant.
6. Contact records – record any verbal/electronic communications work for a learner in
accordance with department/College formatting.
7. In addition script markers may be offered additional working hours carrying out induction
sessions for learners on to relevant programmes.
8. Also in addition, those script markers with the correct level of competence in agreement with
the External Verifier, Internal Verifier and Lead Moderator may be requested to moderate
scripts marked by other script markers. They will need to provide constructive feedback in line
with the specific Course Guidance notes and within agreed timescales.
9. Attend meetings/training sessions as and when required.
10. Comply with the requirements of health and safety legislation and College regulations.
11. To maintain and update student data as required.
12. To actively commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners
13. To promote equal opportunities across all College operations
14. Any other reasonable duties as required for the effective operation of the College or as
required by the Principal
Other Duties
This Job Description sets out the major duties associated with this post, it is assumed that other
duties of a similar level / nature undertaken within the Team are not excluded simply because
they are not itemised.
Duties of the post could vary from time to time as a result of new legislation, changes in
technology or policy / needs of the individual student, in this event appropriate training will be
provided.
The post holder will be expected at all times to operate within the College’s Policies, particularly in
respect of:
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Equality and Diversity,
Health & Safety,
Risk Management,
Financial Regulations,
Safeguarding.
The College has a strong commitment towards the achievement of equality of opportunity and
‘safeguarding’ including promoting the welfare of all students in both service delivery and
employment. The College’s mission statement and strategic objectives directly support these
aims. All employees are required to actively support and implement the College’s Equal
Opportunities Policy and Safeguarding Policy
The post holder will be expected to participate in the following areas:
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Continued development of the College Quality System,
Staff Appraisal Process,
College Marketing arrangements,
Continuous Professional Development,
Promoting a positive image of Easton and Otley College.
The post-holder will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected. All
members of staff are expected to be professional, co-operative and flexible within the needs of
the post, the department and the college
Postholder Specification
Essential
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Education &
Qualifications
Hold relevant qualification in the subject area
at Level 3 or above, and/or vocational
experience
Desirable
 Level 2 qualification in
Health & Safety or ability to
achieve within 12 months
(Please detail how your experience is
relevant for the courses you wish to be
considered for marking)
Specialist
Knowledge &
Skills
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Proven literacy and numeracy skills at Level
2 or equivalent (e.g. O level, GCSE)
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Current experience in the subject area sector
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Able to adapt assessment style to suit the
learner needs
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Previous experience of
Distance Learning systems
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Is aware of, and complies
with, information security
procedures, including
confidentiality and data
protection at all times
 Proven organisational and administrative skills
Relevant
Experience
 Proven ability to meet a range of deadlines
and prioritise work accordingly
 Proven working knowledge of Microsoft
packages, such as Word, Excel
Interpersonal &
Communication
Skills
Additional
Requirements
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Able to use a range of communication skills
effectively when working with team, manager,
college staff, students and employers
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Have good written communication skills
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Be able to provide positive written feedback to
the learner that is both comprehensive and
constructive
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Proven ability to work using own initiative
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Evidence of continuous professional
development
Scriptmarker
Variable Hours, fixed term to 31st January 2015
Terms and Conditions of Service
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Conditions of service will be based on those contained in the Easton & Otley College Support
Contract
Salary will be at the set scale point SUP10 (pro rata to £17,184 p.a. (£8.91 per hour) and will
be paid monthly in arrears, via a timesheet/ claim
Hours of work will be various from 0 hours, to meet the demands of the courses and set
guidelines. Working from home.
The person appointed has the right to take up the option of joining the Local Government
Pension Scheme. As a variable hours member of staff, you will need to opt in to the pension
scheme.
For full-time staff annual leave entitlement will be 33 days rising to 38 days after five full
years of service, inclusive of all bank holidays and up to five days which the College may predetermine. New entrants to the service are entitled to annual leave proportionate to the
completed calendar months of service in a leave year which runs from September to August.
Leave will be taken outside the academic timetable. (With agreement, holiday will be paid
alongside the hourly rate on a monthly basis)
The person appointed will be subject to a period of probation of 9-months. During this time
regular reviews will be undertaken and discussed with the employee.
The college operates policies on equal opportunities and the employment of disabled
persons.
Any offer of appointment will be subject to receipt of satisfactory references, medical
clearance and Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service Check.
Application
Please complete an application form ensuring you follow the guidelines and please specify
the courses you wish to be considered for marking.
Completed application forms should be returned to the HR Team, Easton & Otley
College, Easton Campus, Easton, Norwich NR9 5DX or by email to:
hr@eastonotley.ac.uk
Closing Date 26.06.2014
If you require further information please do not hesitate to contact the college on
01603 731200.
Due to the volume of applications we receive we regret it is not possible to respond to
individual candidates. Should you have not received an invitation to attend for interview 3
weeks after the closing date please assume you have been unsuccessful.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners
and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.