Exam Invigilator

West Somerset College; Alcombe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

West Somerset College is seeking Exam Invigilators to support students during examinations. The role requires reliability, professionalism and strong organisational skills to ensure fair, secure exams in accordance with JCQ regulations.

Ideal candidates will be calm, attentive, and able to follow procedures accurately, contributing to a positive school environment while assisting in the smooth running of exam sessions.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in following procedures.
• Strong communication to support students and staff.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during exams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare examination venues and equipment in line with examination regulations.
• Supervise students before, during and after examinations.
• Maintain strict examination conditions and ensure compliance with JCQ guidelines.
• Register candidates and monitor attendance.
• Provide clear instructions and support to candidates throughout the examination process.
• Accurately collect and return examination papers and scripts.
• Report any irregularities, concerns or incidents to the Exams Officer.
• Support invigilation of smaller groups of students, including those requiring access arrangements where appropriate.
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion standards at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Communication

Job description

Are you looking for a flexible role where you can play an important partin supporting students during their examinations? We are seeking reliable,professional and organised Exam Invigilators to join our team. Working underthe direction of the Exams Officer, you will help ensure that examinations areconducted fairly, securely and in accordance with Joint Council forQualifications (JCQ) regulations, providing students with the best possibleenvironment to achieve their potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are calm, attentiveand able to follow procedures accurately, while contributing to a positive andsupportive school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare examination venues and equipment in line withexamination regulations.
• Supervise students before, during and afterexaminations.
• Maintain strict examination conditions and ensurecompliance with JCQ guidelines.
• Register candidates and monitor attendance.
• Provide clear instructions and support to candidatesthroughout the examination process.
• Accurately collect and return examination papers andscripts.
• Report any irregularities, concerns or incidents to theExams Officer.
• Support the invigilation of smaller groups of students,including those requiring access arrangements where appropriate.
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety, equality,diversity and inclusion standards at all times.

This role would suit individuals with strong attention to detail,excellent communication skills and the ability to remain calm and professionalwhilst working under pressure.