Supporting Accurate Assessment and Effective Feedback
Alongside my teaching and leadership responsibilities, I have gained experience as an examiner across GCSE and A-Level Religious Studies qualifications. This has provided valuable insight into the application of assessment objectives, mark schemes and the standards expected of student responses.
Through independent marking and assessment consultancy, I aim to support schools and teachers in developing accurate, consistent assessment practices and identifying opportunities to improve student outcomes.
My Examining Experience
I have worked as an examiner for the following qualifications:
- AQA A GCSE Religious Studies (2023-present)
- OCR A-Level Religious Studies (2024-present)
This experience has strengthened my understanding of assessment criteria, standardisation processes and the importance of applying mark schemes consistently. It has also informed my classroom teaching, particularly my approaches to examination preparation, feedback and developing students’ evaluative skills.
Marking and Assessment Services
I am available to discuss independent assessment support for schools and Religious Studies departments, including:
- Mock Examination Marking: Marking GCSE and A-Level Religious Studies mock examinations against relevant assessment criteria.
- Assessment Feedback: Identifying common strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement in student responses.
- Departmental Standardisation: Supporting teachers in developing a shared understanding of assessment criteria and marking expectations.
- Examination Skills Development: Providing guidance on improving students’ examination technique, analytical writing and sustained evaluation.
Support can be tailored to the requirements of individual teachers, departments or schools.
My Approach
I believe effective assessment should do more than provide students with a mark or grade. It should identify what students understand, where misconceptions remain and how teaching and feedback can address these gaps.
My approach therefore emphasises accurate marking, constructive feedback and the practical use of assessment information to inform subsequent teaching and intervention.
Enquiries
If you are interested in discussing independent marking, assessment support or consultancy, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.
All consultancy services are offered independently and are not affiliated with or endorsed by AQA or OCR. Services are subject to relevant awarding-body requirements and professional obligations.
