Exam Invigilator

Teaching Vacancies; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local comprehensive school in Sheffield is seeking dedicated support staff to join its team. The ideal candidate will possess a GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English, demonstrating strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills. Commitment to safeguarding and understanding the needs of students is essential. Join a supportive environment that values positive contributions to students' learning and well-being, ensuring they thrive academically and socially.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent required.
• Must have strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Team player with excellent organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the educational needs of students at Stocksbridge High School.
• Ensure a positive environment and maintain confidentiality.
• Be part of a dedicated team working towards students' success.

Skills

GCSE/Level 2 qualification in Maths/Numeracy and English/literacy

Resilience to deal with challenges

Ability to relate well to children and adults

Good organising, planning and prioritising skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Excellent literacy and numeracy skills

Job description

What skills and experience we’re looking for

• GCSE/Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Maths/Numeracy and English/literacy
• Resilience to deal with the challenges faced in developing this area of work.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to follow instructions
• Good organising, planning and prioritising skills
• Methodical with a good attention to detail
• Listening skills
• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• An understanding of the examination process
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

What the school offers its staff

Dear Candidate,

I am delighted that you are considering making an application for this position at Stocksbridge High School. We are an ambitious and inclusive 11 to 16 comprehensive school firmly rooted in our local community. You will find us to be open, friendly and welcoming with great students and a dedicated staff.

Every one of the young people we serve is entitled to thrive at school so that they may leave skilled, qualified and confident to make a success of their next steps in life. This is achieved through high quality leadership, teaching and support from our staff so that all students learn and progress well. Working at Stocksbridge High School means that you will always hold young people in high regard and have nothing but the highest of expectations for their learning, conduct and aspiration. This is reflected in our core vision of Believe, Achieve, succeed and felt by our values of:

• Be Positive
• Be Kind
• Be Confident
• Be Reflective

We are here to make a difference to the young people and families of Stocksbridge, and we aim to be recognised as outstanding in this endeavour. It is an exciting time to join our school and if you share that ambition and determination, I look forward to receiving your application.

Dave Williams
Headteacher

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical, online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.