FAQs

The Application Process
Managing your AMP account
Role Information

{"accordionHeading":"","accordionItems":[{"accordionTitle":"How do I create an account?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"To create a new account, simply click on the 'Apply here’  button on the <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"/umbraco/appointees.wjec.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Appointees system\">Appointees system</a> log in page. \nYou will need to enter your name and email address, the system will email you a temporary password which you will need to change on your first log in."},{"accordionTitle":"Who do I contact if I need assistance with the Appointees site?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"If you require assistance with any aspect of the initial application process, please <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://forms.office.com/e/BKQbFSCafm\" target=\"_blank\">request assistance</a> or ring 02920 265457."},{"accordionTitle":"How do I apply to be an examiner/moderator?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"All applications should now be made online via the <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"/umbraco/appointees.wjec.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Appointees system\">Appointees system</a>. \nPlease note that we no longer provide paper application forms."},{"accordionTitle":"Can I track the progress of my application?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Yes. You can track the progress of your application via the 'Subject Area' section of the Appointees application website, under 'approval status'. If your online application status changes at any time, you will receive an email advising you to check the website."},{"accordionTitle":"I have examined for WJEC previously, do I need to reapply?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"If you have previously worked as an Examiner or Moderator with WJEC, you will not need to re-apply unless you are applying for a Principal Examiner or Moderator role."},{"accordionTitle":"The subject/level I wish to apply for is not available on the appointees application site.","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"From time to time, the subjects and levels on the site will change, according to our requirements. Details of available vacancies will appear on the public website."},{"accordionTitle":"I have received an email request to provide a reference, but I don't have any login details for the appointees application site.","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Referees do not require log in details to access the reference section of the site. Simply click the link in the email and you will be taken directly to the reference page of the site. (N.B. The reference page is the only portion of the site that referees will be able to view). If you are taken directly to the login page of the site, copy and paste the link into your internet browser.\n If the link you were sent has expired, please email <a href=\"mailto:application.support@wjec.co.uk\">application.support@wjec.co.uk</a> or call 029 2026 5457 and you will be provided with an updated link."}]}

{"accordionHeading":"","accordionItems":[{"accordionTitle":"I’ve forgotten my username for the Appointees site","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Please request a reminder of your username <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://appointees.wjec.co.uk/\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>. You will be prompted to enter your email address, and a reminder of your username will be sent to the email address associated with your account. If you need further support please <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://forms.office.com/e/BKQbFSCafm\" target=\"_blank\">complete this form</a>. "},{"accordionTitle":"I’ve forgotten my password for the Appointees site","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Please attempt to log onto the site, on the password screen there will be a link to request a reminder. If you need further support please <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://forms.office.com/e/BKQbFSCafm\" target=\"_blank\">complete this form</a>."},{"accordionTitle":"I have received an email from the Appointees system, but the links don't work.","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Please try to copy and paste the links directly into the address bar of your browser."},{"accordionTitle":"My account has been locked – how can I unlock it?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Please request assistance <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://forms.office.com/e/BKQbFSCafm\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>, WJEC will review your request, unlock your account if appropriate and confirm completion to the provided email address."},{"accordionTitle":"How do I update my details?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"You can update your details as required using the ‘my details’ tile on the Appointees homepage at any time."},{"accordionTitle":"The subject/level I wish to apply for is not available on the Appointees site","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"From time to time, the subjects and levels on the Appointees site will change, according to specific vacancy requirements. Details of actively required vacancies will appear on the <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://www.wjec.co.uk/home/appointees/examiner-moderator-vacancies/#tab_0\" target=\"_blank\" data-anchor=\"#tab_0\">WJEC website</a>  If you need further support please <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://forms.office.com/e/BKQbFSCafm\" target=\"_blank\">complete this form</a>."},{"accordionTitle":"I have received an email request to provide a reference, how do I provide this?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Referees simply click the link in the email which will load the reference fields automatically.\nIf the link is not working, try copy/pasting into the URL address bar in your browser or attempting in a different browser.\nIf you need further support please <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://forms.office.com/e/BKQbFSCafm\" target=\"_blank\">complete this form</a>."},{"accordionTitle":"I want to remove my details from the site","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"If for any reason you wish to have your details removed from the site, please <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://forms.office.com/e/BKQbFSCafm\" target=\"_blank\">complete this form</a>."},{"accordionTitle":"Can I check the progress of my application?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"The progress of your application can be tracked via logging onto the <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"/umbraco/appointees.wjec.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\">Appointees system</a> and the My Application > Subject Area section. If your status changes, you will receive an automatic email notification advising you to check the site. It can take some months for your application to be assessed, depending on where we are in the assessment cycle. Invites for the summer series tend to start being issued from October onwards."},{"accordionTitle":"I’m having issues completing the Multifactor Authentication (MFA)","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"The appointee system requires two factor authentication to assist with the necessary security compliance, you can either use the Microsoft Authenticator app or a verification code sent by text message/phonecall.\nIf using the Microsoft Authenticator app, please note that you will need to have two separate devices – a computer/laptop with the Appointees site open in a browser as well as your mobile/tablet containing the app to hand in order to complete the process as you will be unable to generate, scan and then input the QR code all on the same device.\nIf you need further support please <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://forms.office.com/e/BKQbFSCafm\" target=\"_blank\">complete this form</a>."},{"accordionTitle":"How do I migrate my account?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Please refer to the guide on migrating your account. If you need further support please <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://forms.office.com/e/BKQbFSCafm\" target=\"_blank\">complete this form</a>."},{"accordionTitle":"I am an existing appointee attempting to migrate my account but have not received the confirmation email","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Please check the spam/junk folder for emails from WJEC in case the email has ended up there. If you have not received your email within an hour, please <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://forms.office.com/e/BKQbFSCafm\" target=\"_blank\">complete this form</a>."},{"accordionTitle":"How do I access EMI and IAMIS?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Please read through the <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://www.wjec.co.uk/media/jzjou50e/portal-login-guide-for-appointees-login-to-emi-and-iamis-english.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">attached guide</a> for instructions on how to login."},{"accordionTitle":"I can’t find my financial information?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Your tax declarations and pay slips can be found within the Finance tile."}]}

{"accordionHeading":"","accordionItems":[{"accordionTitle":"How many scripts do I mark?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"We typically allocate approximately 350 scripts for GCSE. For GCE, this is approximately 250 scripts."},{"accordionTitle":"How much time is allocated to marking scripts?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Marking is typically undertaken over a 3 week period. There are specific deadlines which must be met during the assessment process which you will be notified of."},{"accordionTitle":"How much time do I need out of school and is substitute cover provided?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"You are required to attend an Examiner / Moderator training conference which is usually held on a weekend where possible. Should you need time out of school or college, the cost of substitute cover will be covered by WJEC. Marking will need to be undertaken in your time so it is important that you manage your time effectively during the assessment period."},{"accordionTitle":"Can I specify which units I would like to mark?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Yes, you can specify in the supporting statement for your application or via telephone when we contact you if would only like to mark specific units."},{"accordionTitle":"What training and guide is available to help me through the process?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"All details are available on our Training and Support page."},{"accordionTitle":"When would I need to be available?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"We ask first-time Examiners / Moderators to assess in the summer period only. The precise period depends on the date of the examination that you will be marking. Further information is available on the Training and Support page."},{"accordionTitle":"When can I expect to hear if a position is available for?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Positions are offered from Christmas until the training conference takes place in the summer. Please view the Application process page for further details."},{"accordionTitle":"How do I find out about which dates I need to make available?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"Information is included in the contract and during the training conference.  You can see key dates and deadlines on the <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https://appointees.wjec.co.uk/\" target=\"_blank\">Appointee Management Portal</a>."},{"accordionTitle":"Which deadlines will I need to meet?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"The deadlines are specified in the contract and in the conference. If you feel that you cannot meet the deadlines specified at any time, please do not hesitate to contact our Appointees team who are more than happy to help."},{"accordionTitle":"If I need more information who should I contact?","accordionTitleSecondary":null,"accordionImage":"","accordionContent":"If you have any questions, please email us at <a href=\"mailto:application.support@wjec.co.uk\">application.support@wjec.co.uk</a> or call us on 029 2026 5457. Please note, our office hours are 8.30am – 5.30pm Monday to Friday.\n Alternatively, please contact the Subject Officer for your qualification. Their details are available on the specific qualification page."}]}