Steps to becoming a marker
Apply
- Send off your application.
- If successful you'll receive a contract and an invite to a markers briefing.
Exams
- Exam diet starts.
- Candidate scripts are anonymised and scanned.
Training and support
- You attend briefings and meet team leaders.
- You mark practice scripts in preparation for live marking.
Live marking
- Access to mark live scripts.
- Marking begins.
- Ongoing support including live feedback from team leaders.
Your team leader will support you through the entire process. They will provide live feedback and guidance, and will be there to answer any questions you may have.
View information about the marker role.
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