Exam Invigilator

Are you looking for a part-time job working in a school?

Lincoln UTC is looking for Exam Invigilators to join our expanding team.

You will work as part of a team of invigilators who will ensure exams are carried out according to the Exams Code of Conduct under the direction of our Examinations Officer.

GCSE, A Level, BTEC and T Level exams take place in May/June and mock exams in November/March, of each academic year. The rate of pay is £13.00 per hour. Previous school and exams experience is preferred although not essential as full training and on-going support will be provided.

Exam Invigilator jobs are fantastic for candidates looking for part-time and flexible work to fit around other commitment, but we do ask that you can provide as much availability as possible during the summer GCSE and A-Level exam season. Indicative dates for the summer exam season will be discussed if you are invited to interview.

You will be required to provide a minimum of 2 recent and relevant references. The role is also subject to an Enhanced DBS check, overseas police clearances where applicable and the UTC will carry out checks on eligibility to work in the UK and qualification checks where appropriate.

For an application form please email: hr@lincolnutc.co.uk.

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The primary responsibility of invigilators is to support candidates in a calm and approachable manner whilst maintaining examination integrity.

Exams take place in AM and PM slots, throughout designated points of the academic year.

 The role of an invigilator:

·        Ensure exams are taken in a comfortable environment.

·        Support candidates: helping them find their seats, to understand how to comply with regulations and to answer any questions.

·        Give the invigilator announcements before exams start.

·        Monitor students’ attendance and behaviour in the examination room carefully and to ensure compliance with procedures and regulations is followed.

·        Complete Invigilator incidents forms and relay any incidents that occur during the exam session back to the Examinations Officer.

·        In the event of a student illness or emergency, to contact the Examinations Officer who will ensure a first aider attends the examination room.

·        In an emergency, to work with colleagues to organise the exit of candidates from the venue quickly and safely.

Primary duties of invigilators at Lincoln UTC:

·        Check in at the Exams office during designated times to collect examination papers and associated paperwork.

·        Set out exam papers on the correct desks in advance of students entering the room; in larger rooms, several different exams may take place.

·        Organise the admission of students to the room, at the correct time and to the correct desks, in a coherent manner.

·        Check candidates’ dictionaries and calculators.

·        Escort students to comfort breaks under exam conditions.

·        Compile accurate attendance/absentee records.

·        Deliver the examination papers back to the Exams office immediately and securely at the end of an examination.

·        Demonstrate respect for all students and colleagues.

·        Follow policy and procedure on safeguarding and student welfare.

Lincoln UTC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be made in accordance with safer recruitment practice and the guidance in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. Online checks will be carried out on shortlisted candidates. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and checks on suitability to work with children.