Exam Invigilator

Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy; Cowes; On-site; GBP 12,398,000 - 16,531,000; Part time

Job summary

Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy on the Isle of Wight is seeking reliable Exam Invigilators to support our Exams Team during busy exam periods. The role offers casual hours during the academic year; local applicants preferred and punctuality is essential.

You will help set up venues, check packs, supervise candidates, and invigilate exams. Training will be provided and confidentiality is important; previous supervision experience is not required but helpful.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and able to work flexibly.
• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Good written and verbal communication essential.
• Supportive attitude toward students during exams.

Responsibilities

• Set up exam venues and packs.
• Assist candidates and invigilate during exams.
• Check attendance and record details.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Flexibility

Team player

Job description

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change lives and build the futures of children and young people.

We are looking for reliable, flexible and trustworthy Exam Invigilators to support our Exams Team during the busy exam periods. The post would suit someone local who is looking for casual hours during the exam periods throughout the academic year, you should be reliable, punctual and able to work flexibly. No experience is needed as training will be given but a willingness to support our young people during times of exam stress is a must.

Working days and hours will vary according to your availability, examination dates and number of invigilators needed for each exam.

Cowes Enterprise College is a successful and happy school with strong outcomes. Our ambition is to empower students to become independent and confident with the self-belief that they can influence change along with providing the support and guidance to teach them skills they will need in adulthood.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust? Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset. We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities

About you

As an Exam Invigilator, your presence will maintain the integrity of examinations in an environment that enables a student to perform at their best. You will assist with setting up of exam venues, checking examination packs, assisting candidates and actively invigilating during examinations.

You will be required to check attendance and record relevant details, so good written and verbal communication is essential. It is essential that you possess good interpersonal skills and an ability to deal with matters calmly, swiftly and firmly, without being confrontational.

Previous experience working with secondary school children would be a distinct advantage as any previous supervision experience, although this is not essential.

Confidentiality inside and outside the workplace is essential, as is the ability to support the school's ethos and vision into the wider community.