OCN work with a wide range of subject specialists. External Quality Assurers support Centres to put appropriate quality assurance measures in place. Essential Skills exam markers and exam writers contribute to the creation of examination scripts and assessment.
We welcome applications from anyone meeting the criteria below. Join us and become part of a team committed to developing and awarding qualifications which engage, enrich and equip learners for life.
Benefits of joining OCN as a Subject Specialist
· Improved understanding of teaching and assessment requirements within your subject area
· Opportunities to expand your professional network
· Contributions to your continuing professional development with initial and ongoing training
· Enhancements to your CV
· Regular performance feedback and support
· Flexibility: work according to your schedule
· Competitive renumeration for your time
What you need to become an External Quality Assurer
Subject Specialist EQAs must have:
· A relevant qualification, Level 4 or above
· Previous job-related experience or qualification delivery experience in the curriculum area
· A teaching and/or a quality assurance qualification
· Recent CPD in the curriculum area
What you need to become an Essential Skills Marker
Essential Skills Markers must:
· Meet the DEL Circular ES 01/12: Qualifications Required to Deliver Essential Skills in Northern Ireland
· Have previous qualification delivery experience in the curriculum area
· Have recent CPD in the curriculum area
· Not be currently involved in the teaching of OCN NI Essential Skills qualifications.
Markers are contracted on an annual basis and services will be provided to OCN NI through a third-party service agreement.
If you are interested, please register your interest with us by forwarding your CV and covering letter to [email protected]
Current vacancies
We welcome applications from all subject area specialists at anytime, however we are particularly keen to hear from specialists in the following areas:
EQAs are contracted on an annual basis and services will be provided to OCN NI through a third-party service agreement.
If you are interested, please register your interest by forwarding your CV and covering letter to [email protected]
