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The Opportunity We are looking for IELTS Video Call Speaking Examiners to join the VCS Global Hub conducting speaking interviews from home for IELTS test-takers in various locations around the world. Before completing the online application form, please be aware of the following: You must complete all recruitment stages You must attend a VCS technical screening session If your application passes the initial phase, you will attend various remotely delivered training sessions Fresh applicants will go through the new examiner training and certification session You will be required to deliver a practice Video Call Speaking test after training, and you will be assessed on your delivery. Passing the assessment is required before you can start examining VCS All speaking examiners will be required to abide by the PSN Code of Practice All speaking examiners will be subject to a security and reference checks All speaking examiners must meet the legal and contractual requirements for this location as set out below Conditions of work As an IELTS VCS Speaking Examiner, you should expect the following conditions of work. Work location: Working from home Availability: Conduct a maximum of 20 Speaking tests per day. Tests will be delivered on weekdays and on weekends. Payment: INR 520 per test payments will be made monthly Requirement: 0-20 tests per day A person will be required to work during the India Hours with the exception on high volume days Online support will be provided during the hours of testing The British Council Global Marking team will provide system familiarisation and guidance in the delivery of speaking tests online Support will be provided to VCS Examiners in line with IELTS partnership standards so we can help you to assess and manage your home working space, including best practices in Health and Safety Important Information Below are must required conditions for homeworking A dedicated office-style working space that allows secure and uninterrupted working - a private space where your work cannot be accessed or observed by others while you are delivering tests A desktop computer or laptop with two screens or one large screen (minimum 26") A personal computer with Windows 7 and above and system type of 64-bit, x64-based processor. If using a Mac computer, this is not expected to be compatible with future VCS software and examiners are unlikely to be able to examine without purchasing a PC A clear, uncluttered background when on camera delivering tests A broadband internet connection with an average speed of 10mbps Adequate heating/cooling, ventilation and light to ensure a safe and comfortable working environment An appropriate Internet security/anti-virus package External headphones, Noise-cancelling headphones; including microphone; includes disposable headset cover Access to communication channels, including email and telephone External camera, resolution of 360P; Support H.264video encoding External standard full keyboard and other keyboards need to be approved for use. the silent keyboard is the best All applicants are required to adhere to the IELTS Code of Practice, Confidentiality Undertaking and PSN procedures for VCS Examiners Skills and experience We are looking for suitably qualified IELTS Video Call Speaking Examiners based in India.We encourage applications from active Speaking Examiners (have carried out Speaking tests within the past three months) You will need to have: Suitable IELTS Speaking Examining experience Excellent IELTS Speaking certification and monitoring history The required qualifications and professional attributes for the role, including the necessary technical and online skills to deliver successful Speaking tests remotely Applications will be accepted from inactive Examiners (examined in the last 12 months, but not in the previous three months) Applications from new potential Examiner (never examined before or haven't in the last 12 months) will also be accepted Qualification An undergraduate degree OR a Master's degree or equivalent An EFL Qualification (CELTA/TESOL/TEFL) Minimum 3 years full time Teaching experience (or equivalent part time experience) –Minimum 1 year of Teaching experience post EFL qualification if the EFL qualification is at Certificate level Application details To take advantage of this opportunity, please follow the link. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=wXVirt3MRkCyoWJFosyj7CtqVa3ZseRDgRx0L3ADXLlUOEFMTjlBQVRXWlQ0STNEWkdYUDNWTkREMS4u&wdLOR=c5D89B7A8-C02A-499C-B239-B21D8396628F Please note the following before applying: The recruitment process can take up to 6-8 weeks, which includes vetting clearance You will not start examining until you complete all the recruitment stages System familiarisation and guidance activities are carried out remotely and must be completed before commencing work For any queries please contact: [email protected]

Role and Responsibilities

• The Opportunity We are looking for IELTS Video Call Speaking Examiners to join the VCS Global Hub conducting speaking interviews from home for IELTS test-takers in various locations around the world. Before completing the online application form, please be aware of the following: You must complete all recruitment stages You must attend a VCS technical screening session If your application passes the initial phase, you will attend various remotely delivered training sessions Fresh applicants will go through the new examiner training and certification session You will be required to deliver a practice Video Call Speaking test after training, and you will be assessed on your delivery. Passing the assessment is required before you can start examining VCS All speaking examiners will be required to abide by the PSN Code of Practice All speaking examiners will be subject to a security and reference checks All speaking examiners must meet the legal and contractual requirements for this location as set out below Conditions of work As an IELTS VCS Speaking Examiner, you should expect the following conditions of work. Work location: Working from home Availability: Conduct a maximum of 20 Speaking tests per day. Tests will be delivered on weekdays and on weekends. Payment: INR 520 per test payments will be made monthly Requirement: 0-20 tests per day A person will be required to work during the India Hours with the exception on high volume days Online support will be provided during the hours of testing The British Council Global Marking team will provide system familiarisation and guidance in the delivery of speaking tests online Support will be provided to VCS Examiners in line with IELTS partnership standards so we can help you to assess and manage your home working space, including best practices in Health and Safety Important Information Below are must required conditions for homeworking A dedicated office-style working space that allows secure and uninterrupted working - a private space where your work cannot be accessed or observed by others while you are delivering tests A desktop computer or laptop with two screens or one large screen (minimum 26") A personal computer with Windows 7 and above and system type of 64-bit, x64-based processor. If using a Mac computer, this is not expected to be compatible with future VCS software and examiners are unlikely to be able to examine without purchasing a PC A clear, uncluttered background when on camera delivering tests A broadband internet connection with an average speed of 10mbps Adequate heating/cooling, ventilation and light to ensure a safe and comfortable working environment An appropriate Internet security/anti-virus package External headphones, Noise-cancelling headphones; including microphone; includes disposable headset cover Access to communication channels, including email and telephone External camera, resolution of 360P; Support H.264video encoding External standard full keyboard and other keyboards need to be approved for use. the silent keyboard is the best All applicants are required to adhere to the IELTS Code of Practice, Confidentiality Undertaking and PSN procedures for VCS Examiners Skills and experience We are looking for suitably qualified IELTS Video Call Speaking Examiners based in India.We encourage applications from active Speaking Examiners (have carried out Speaking tests within the past three months) You will need to have: Suitable IELTS Speaking Examining experience Excellent IELTS Speaking certification and monitoring history The required qualifications and professional attributes for the role, including the necessary technical and online skills to deliver successful Speaking tests remotely Applications will be accepted from inactive Examiners (examined in the last 12 months, but not in the previous three months) Applications from new potential Examiner (never examined before or haven't in the last 12 months) will also be accepted Qualification An undergraduate degree OR a Master's degree or equivalent An EFL Qualification (CELTA/TESOL/TEFL) Minimum 3 years full time Teaching experience (or equivalent part time experience) –Minimum 1 year of Teaching experience post EFL qualification if the EFL qualification is at Certificate level Application details To take advantage of this opportunity, please follow the link. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=wXVirt3MRkCyoWJFosyj7CtqVa3ZseRDgRx0L3ADXLlUOEFMTjlBQVRXWlQ0STNEWkdYUDNWTkREMS4u&wdLOR=c5D89B7A8-C02A-499C-B239-B21D8396628F Please note the following before applying: The recruitment process can take up to 6-8 weeks, which includes vetting clearance You will not start examining until you complete all the recruitment stages System familiarisation and guidance activities are carried out remotely and must be completed before commencing work For any queries please contact: [email protected]