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27/03/2024
Exam Invigilator
The job requirements are detailed below.
Job details
Salary
Salary calculated in line with The NJC pay scale 1c/3 points 3 £13.97 per hour (starting salary and pay points will be aligned with relevant regional NJC spine on appointment, dependent on the location of the postholder)
Job type
Support Staff - Other
Location
Greenshaw High School Grennell Road Sutton SM1 3DY
Job category
Exam Invigilator
Date posted
14/03/2024
Job reference
GST-R0180
Job overview
We are looking for a Exams Invigilator. This is an exciting opportunity to join Greenshaw High and become an integral member of the Exam Invigilator team.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not restrictive and the post holder may be required to undertake any other duties that may be required from time to time. Any such duties should not however substantially change the general character of the post.
Exams Invigilator - Job Description
Exams Invigilators must confirm the confidentiality and security requirements surrounding the invigilation process are known, understood and will be followed at all times.
Exams Invigilators are accountable to the Exams Officer.
The main duties and responsibilities will include:
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), awarding body and Greenshaw High School’s regulations and instructions;
- Have a key role in upholding the integrity and security of the examination/assessment process.
Exam Responsibilities
- Before exams (under instruction), the Exams Invigilator will:
- Report to and be briefed by the Exams Officer prior to each exam session;
- Keep confidential exam question papers and materials secure before, during and after exams;
- Ensure exam rooms are set up according to the requirements;
- Admit candidates into exam rooms under formal exam conditions;
- Identify candidates and seat candidates according to the required arrangements;
- Distribute the correct question papers and exam materials to candidates;
- Instruct candidates in the conduct of their exams;
- Deal with questions from candidates;
- Start exams.
- During exams, the Exams Invigilator will:
- Supervise and observe candidates at all times and be vigilant throughout exams;
- Keep disruption in exam rooms to a minimum;
- Deal with emergencies or irregularities effectively;
- Record/report any incidents, disruption or irregularities;
- Deal with candidate questions according to the regulations;
- Patrol through the examination venue throughout the examination in a discreet manner;
- Inform the Senior Invigilator and/or the Exams Officer of any examination irregularities that may be observed during the examination;
- Ensure that examination desks are clear of graffiti;
- Escort students to and from the toilet, if required.
- After exams (under instruction), the Exams Invigilator will:
- Instruct candidates in finishing their exams and collect exam scripts and exam materials;
- Dismiss candidates from the exam room;
- Check candidates’ names on scripts and match the details on the attendance register;
- Securely return all exam scripts and exam materials to the Exams Officer;
- Identify candidates and seat candidates according to the required arrangements;
- Distribute the correct question papers and exam materials to candidates;
- Instruct candidates in the conduct of their exams;
- Deal with questions from candidates;
- Start exams.
General Responsibilities
- Undertake, where required and where able, any other duties requested by the Exams Invigilator. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Centre supervision of exam timetable clash candidates between exam sessions;
- Other exams-related administrative tasks, including maintaining question paper security by supporting the ‘second pair of eyes’ checks;
- Completing attendance registers, when requested.
- Be responsible for keeping up to date with the requirements of the role, by attending appropriate training, update and review sessions, and keeping abreast of changes in legislation;
- Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities and race equality, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person;
- To undertake any other duties commensurate with the post as may be required by the Line Manager or the Headteacher.
Person Specification
The successful candidate will meet the following person specification. Please note that the listed criteria will form the basis of the selection process. Applicants should address all elements of the Person Specification, demonstrating experience and where appropriate citing supporting examples within their application.
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
Education, Qualifications and Training
1. Willingness to undertake induction and ongoing training
Experience and Knowledge
1. Practical experience of word processing, excel, e-mail and other office electronic applications
2. Knowledge and experience of the education sector, preferably in a secondary school environment
Aptitude and Skills
1 Be reliable, flexible and readily available during main exam periods
2 Ability to act as a confident and reassuring presence to candidates in the exam room
3 Ability to give instructions and manage situations involving different groups of people
4 Efficient, accurate and excellent attention to detail
5 Excellent organisational skills
6 Ability to work independently and show initiative
7 Ability to work flexibly to support others and respond to unplanned situations
8 Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with colleagues, students, parents and other professionals
9 Ability to work as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and to build good relationships with colleagues
Additional Requirements
1. Desire to work with young people and to support their education and achievements
2. Be sensitive to the range of needs and difficulties that young people experience
3. Able to appropriately deal with confidential information
4. Desire to enhance and develop skills and knowledge through CPD
5. Have a commitment to equality of opportunity
6. Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and the highest standards of child protection
7. Recognition of the importance of personal responsibility for Health and Safety
8. Commitment to the school’s ethos, aims and its whole community
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 27th March 2024. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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