Exam Invigilator

Lift Schools; Tendring; À distance; GBP 12 000 - 15 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Employee benefits package

Résumé du poste

Lift Clacton is seeking an exam invigilator to help create calm, fair and well-organised exam experiences. You will work with the exams officer to ensure every exam runs smoothly and candidates feel supported.

Responsibilities include setting up rooms, supervising students, checking identity, and handling disruptions in line with JCQ regulations. Prior experience not essential, but safeguarding and professionalism are essential.

Qualifications

• has good literacy skills and holds GCSE maths and English (grade 4) or equivalent qualifications.
• can stay calm under pressure and handle unexpected situations with professionalism.
• communicates clearly and confidently, especially when giving instructions to large groups.
• works well as part of a team and builds trusted relationships with colleagues and students.
• uses their own initiative and follows schedules to meet deadlines.
• shows a genuine commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.

Responsabilités

• set up exam rooms according to seating plans and make sure everything is ready before students arrive;
• check student identity, verify attendance, and distribute exam papers and materials;
• supervise students calmly and carefully during exams, making sure everyone follows the rules;
• handle any questions from candidates and respond to any disruptions or emergencies according to school policies;
• collect exam papers and materials carefully at the end of each exam and return them to the exams officer; and
• support students to leave the exam room in an orderly way and help restore the venue afterwards.

Connaissances

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Safeguarding

Formation

GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4) or equivalent

Description du poste

We're looking for an exam invigilator to join our team and help create calm, fair and well-organised exam experiences for our students.

This is a vital support role. You'll work closely with our exams officer to make sure every exam runs smoothly and that all candidates feel supported and able to do their best. You'll help set up exam rooms, supervise students during exams, and ensure we follow Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations at all times.

If you're someone who stays calm under pressure, pays close attention to detail, and wants to contribute to students' success at a crucial moment in their education, we'd love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

You will:

• set up exam rooms according to seating plans and make sure everything is ready before students arrive;
• check student identity, verify attendance, and distribute exam papers and materials;
• supervise students calmly and carefully during exams, making sure everyone follows the rules;
• handle any questions from candidates and respond to any disruptions or emergencies according to school policies;
• collect exam papers and materials carefully at the end of each exam and return them to the exams officer; and
• support students to leave the exam room in an orderly way and help restore the venue afterwards.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who:

• has good literacy skills and holds GCSE maths and English (grade 4) or equivalent qualifications;
• can stay calm under pressure and handle unexpected situations with professionalism;
• communicates clearly and confidently, especially when giving instructions to large groups;
• works well as part of a team and builds trusted relationships with colleagues and students;
• uses their own initiative and follows schedules to meet deadlines; and
• shows a genuine commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.

Experience of working with children or in an education setting would be helpful, but it's not essential. What matters most is your ability to create a fair, supportive and well-organised environment where every student can succeed. Are you ready to play a key part in some of the most important moments in our students' school lives?

About Lift Clacton

Lift Clacton is a rapidly improving school at the heart of the community and achieved 'Good' in its most recent Ofsted inspection (June 2024).

We believe every child deserves an excellent education, every classroom, every day. Our staff are ambitious, supportive and committed to helping every student succeed, creating a culture where colleagues are valued and encouraged to develop professionally.

Joining Lift Clacton means becoming part of Lift Schools, one of the country's largest multi-academy trusts, offering excellent professional development, career progression opportunities and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work. Discover how we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you: How we support you.

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