English Literature Examiner

  • CAMBRIDGE OCR
  • Mar 06, 2026
Full time

Job Description

English Literature Examiner

AS and A level - H072, H472

What you will be doing

As an examiner, you will mark completed exam papers against a mark scheme, working as part of a team with a supervisor who will guide you through the process and answer any queries.

Exams for this subject are hardcopy marked (paper-based marking) or on-screen using RM Assessor .

We will make sure that you are fully trained so you understand the exam process and your part.

More information

Role details

Specifications

Sample materials

What we are looking for

Core skills and experience

Relevant teaching or assessment experience within the last 3 years. We also consider PGCE students who have completed the classroom teaching element of their course. Current or previous experience teaching within the UK education system. A teaching qualification or a degree related to the assessment subject.

General skills

Keen eye for detail Work well under pressure Keep to deadlines Use IT confidently

Details of papers/units

H072/01 Shakespeare and Poetry pre-1900 H072/02 Drama & Prose post-1900 H472/01 Drama & Poetry pre-1900 H472/02 Comparative and Contextual Study

Location requirement

UK only

Please note

You don't need to be teaching the OCR specification of your subject. We would also be interested in people with current or previous experience of working for other examination boards.

Additional notes

Applicants will be subject to right to work and other background checks.