Recruitment: LA Moderator KS2

The KS2 moderation team is seeking to recruit new moderators for the forthcoming academic year.  The role of a moderator is two fold: working on behalf of the Standards and Testing Agency (STA) to externally moderate teacher assessment judgements in writing during the assessment window in June, and to support all of Norfolk teachers to understand the standard and provide them with opportunities to reflect on their enabling curriculum for writing through delivery of moderator-led assessment networks (MLANs).   

Those wishing to be considered for the post of LA moderator must submit an expression of interest to the assessment team via assessment@norfolk.gov.uk by Friday 19 July 2024 . The expression of interest should cover the following points: 

• Detail of recent and relevant experience of assessment in KS2
• Demonstrable accurate teacher assessment for KS2
• Detail of experience in leading professional discussions and an example of how you have managed a challenging conversation
• Reasons for wishing to join the moderation team - including further information about what you can bring to the team and how this might in turn support writing outcomes in your setting
• Any additional relevant information 

It is important that the expression of interest gives a good reflection of your personality, skills and experience as this is what is used by the panel of lead moderators to shortlist applicants.  In addition, it is important that you can demonstrate a record of making accurate assessment judgements, as reflected in any LA moderation records. 

As an LA moderator, you will need to be able to commit to two full day training sessions that are held in October and May along with twilight training sessions to support you in delivering the content of the moderator-led assessment networks. Successful candidates will also need one half day out of school to complete the STA standardisation exercise (w/c 4 or 11 November), and approximately 4 days of moderation during the first 3 weeks of June 2025. Please note that the STA standardisation exercise date may be subject to change.  

Interviews 

Candidates who are shortlisted will be asked to attend a short online interview with 2 members of the LA moderation team. The interview should last for 15 - 20 minutes and will enable the team to get to know you further, be assured of your suitability for the role and to ascertain your induction needs. The interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams week beginning 2 September. Further details will be sent to you if shortlisted.