Examination Invigilators
Location: Fakenham NR21 9QT
Salary: £14.04 - £14.29 per hour (this hourly rate includes holiday pay)
The Academy is a member of the Education Trust. The Trust is an expanding multi-academy trust with 11 primary and 9 secondary schools.
The Role
They are looking for a hard-working and enthusiastic people with high standards and the ability to communicate and interact effectively with others as part of their school as Exams Invigilators.
The main purpose of the Exam Invigilator is to provide support to the Exams Officer and be responsible for the efficient conduct of public examinations in accordance with the regulations of the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).
Exam Invigilators are required to work on a flexible basis, at mutually agreed times. There is no guarantee of regular work or a guaranteed minimum of hours per year. Exam Invigilators are required to work at various times during the year for both public examination and mocks and are expected to be available for main exams (May and June). Their mocks are scheduled in February, April and November. Successful applicants should be able to offer a minimum of 3 days during the exam season.
Invigilator training is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 7 January 2025, so you will need to be available to attend this training if your application was successful.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete annual Safeguarding Training and any additional safeguarding training update sessions organised during the academic year;
- Complete all statutory on-line training requested by HR through the iHasco training portal;
- Be familiar with the regulations relating to the conduct of examinations;
- Assist with setting up exam venues, including laying out stationary and papers;
- Assist with the completion of seating plans;
- Organise students on arrival, prior to the exam, and issuing the relevant exam instructions;
- Ensure exam venues remain quiet;
- Remain vigilant during exams, without disturbing the students;
- Deal with queries raised by students appropriately, seeking advice where necessary;
- Report any discrepancy, disturbance or irregularity in procedures to the Examinations Officer promptly;
- Check the attendance and record details of late arrivals and early leavers;
- Lead students from venues during exams as required and supervise students outside venues and between exams as required;
- Collect scripts at the end of the exam in accordance with procedures;
- Check and collate all scripts and ensure their safe delivery to the Exams Office;
- Supervise the departure of students at the end of the exam;
- Reading and/or Scribing for students where required (for which training will be provided).
Skills and Qualifications
The professional competencies expected of an Exam Invigilator are:
- Be able to work flexibly;
- Have effective organisational skills;
- Have excellent communication skills to respond to staff and students.
The personal competencies expected of an Exam Invigilator are:
- The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and
- an awareness of the impact of your own communication on others;
- Able to maintain positive relationships with all and able to work as an effective and flexible part of a team; willing to change methods of work and routines to benefit the team;
- Willingness to accept responsibility for your own actions;
- The ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and accept challenges.
The qualifications and experience required of an Exam Invigilator are:
- A good level of literacy and numeracy.
- Able to work in partnership with a wide range of teaching and support staff members to deliver the service to the Academy and its students;
- Be able to work with minimal supervision and initiative.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Education Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Deadline for Applications: Noon on Wednesday 6 November 2024
Interview date: Wednesday 13 November 2024
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