Exam Invigilator

Charles Read Academy; Grantham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Charles Read Academy is seeking a dedicated Exams Support role to assist the Data and Exams Officer in all aspects of exam management. The role ensures correct candidate placement, checks required stationery, and enforces JCQ and academy rules during examinations.

Responsibilities include maintaining exam conditions, briefing late candidates, supervising discreetly, and guiding any required candidate departures, with a strong emphasis on smooth, fair process delivery.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE-level/NVQ-level 2 or equivalent, including English and Mathematics
• Always portrays a professional manner
• Displays effective time management skill

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the setting up of the examination room(s).
• To ensure the correct candidates are in the correct place.
• Ensuring candidates have the required stationery/equipment they need in the examination.
• Ensure no inappropriate items are brought into the examination, such as mobile phones, personal stereos, revision notes, or other items of stationery unless otherwise notified.
• Ensure late candidates are briefed, seated, and allowed to partake in the examination with minimum disruption.
• To supervise candidates in a quiet and unobtrusive manner.
• To supervise any candidates who may need to leave the room in accordance with examination regulations.
• Ensure examination conditions are maintained until candidates are dismissed from the room.
• Ensure examinations are conducted in accordance with the JCQ instructions booklet and Academy policies and procedures are adhered to.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Time management

Education

GCSE / NVQ2 including English and Maths

Job description

This is a key role in providing support to the Data and Exams Officer in all matters relating to the management of exams.

• Assisting in the setting up of the examination room(s).
• To ensure the correct candidates are in the correct place.
• Ensuring candidates have the required stationery/equipment they need in the examination.
• Ensure no inappropriate items are brought into the examination, such as mobile phones, personal stereos, revision notes, or other items of stationery unless otherwise notified.
• Ensure late candidates are briefed, seated, and allowed to partake in the examination with minimum disruption.
• To supervise candidates in a quiet and unobtrusive manner.
• To supervise any candidates who may need to leave the room in accordance with examination regulations.
• Ensure examination conditions are maintained until candidates are dismissed from the room.
• Ensure examinations are conducted in accordance with the JCQ instructions booklet and Academy policies and procedures are adhered to.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC 3, £13.27 per hour, plus holiday entitlement £1.60 per hour
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform: Health & Wellbeing Programme: Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• Educated to GCSE-level/NVQ-level 2 or equivalent, including English and Mathematics
• Always portrays a professional manner
• Displays effective time management skill

About our Academy

We have a strong sense of purpose and are fervently committed to the achievement of every individual. We aim to provide a high-quality education in a safe, happy, caring and focused environment. We encourage all students to embody our values of confidence, resilience, ambition, courage, respect and aspiration.

We are ambitious for every child, no matter what their background, prior attainment or needs. We are very proud of our community and believe we offer something genuinely different and exciting for those who join us.

'This is a school where staff want the very best for all pupils. There is a strong sense of community. Leaders are ambitious for what pupils can achieve. The values and culture of the school are woven through every aspect of school life.' - Ofsted Feb 2022

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust's mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world-class, knowledge-rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential. Spanning North Yorkshire, the East Riding of Yorkshire, North-East Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and London, our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff.

Our family of schools includes 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, an all-through school in London's Olympic Park, and a special school in Lincolnshire supporting pupils aged 2-19 with a broad range of special educational needs.

As one of only 11 system leaders nationwide, we are recognised for our unwavering commitment to educational excellence, our innovative curriculum, and ability to drive sustained school improvement at scale. At the heart of our Mission is a deep belief in the trans-formative power of education. We are committed to ensuring that every child - regardless of their background - has access to an exceptional academic experience enriched by extensive co-curricular opportunities. From small rural primaries to large urban secondaries, our academies benefit from the strength of a collaborative, values-driven community, in which expertise is shared, best practices are embedded, and each school retains its distinctive character.

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn, and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience, and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely based on their merits, abilities, and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants based on any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' statutory guidance.