Examinations Invigilator

Exam Invigilators required

The ideal applicant will be highly organised, vigilant and reliable, have excellent attention to detail and have the ability to remain calm under pressure. We are particularly interested in applicants who are available any day of the week (Monday – Friday) and have the flexibility to be called in at short notice. Training will be provided.

Job Purpose:

To maintain the security of the examination question papers at all times to ensure the fair and proper conduct of examinations in accordance with examination board regulations, in an environment that enables a student to perform at their best.

Main Duties / Responsibilities:

Main duties

• To conduct examinations in accordance with the JCQ, awarding body and Christ’s College instructions
• To play a key role in upholding the integrity of the examination/assessment process

Before Exams:

• To report to be briefed by the Exams Officer each morning/afternoon as appropriate
• To keep confidential exam papers and materials secure before, after and during the exams
• To ensure exam rooms are set out according to the regulations
• To admit candidates into the exam rooms
• To identify, seat, and instruct candidates in their conduct of their exams
• To distribute the correct exam papers and materials to the candidates
• To deal with candidate queries

During Exams:

• To supervise and observe candidates at all times and be vigilant during the exams
• To keep disruption to a minimum
• To deal with emergencies or irregularities effectively
• To record/report and incidents, disruption or irregularities
• To complete attendance registers
• To deal with candidate questions according to the regulations
• To loan and log any equipment loaned from the Exams Trolley

After Exams:

• To instruct candidates in finishing their examinations
• To collect exam papers from candidates
• To dismiss candidates from the room on a row by row basis ie row 1, 2, 3
• To check candidates’ names on scripts match the details on the attendance register
• To securely return all exam scripts and exam materials to the Exam Officer

Other duties:

• To attend training
• To undertake, where/when required and where able, other duties requested by the Exams Officer, for example:
• Supervision of candidates between exams
• Facilitating access arrangements for candidates, for example as a reader/scribe etc (full training will be given)
• Other exam related administrative tasks

RESOURCES

• Operate relevant equipment/ICT packages (e.g. MS Office, internet, intranet, SIMIS, E-mail)
• Use administration supplies resourcefully

Experience:

Experience is not required, training will be provided, although applicants will be required to declare if they have invigilated previously and whether they have any current maladministration/malpractice sanctions applied to them.

An ideal candidate will:

• Be flexible
• Have effective communication skills
• Be a confident and reassuring presence to the candidates in the exam rooms

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and will be subject to periodic review. It may be amended to meet the changing needs of the school. The post-holder will be expected to participate in this process and we would aim to reach agreement on any changes.

Candidates will be assessed as their application is received, and we reserve the right to interview earlier than the stated vacancy closure date should we receive candidates who are suitable for the vacancy.

Christ’s College is part of the Good Shepherd Trust. The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We ensure that all our employment practices reflect this commitment.

An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.