Exam Invigilator - Barnwood Park School

Glos; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team as an Exam Invigilator at Barnwood Park School. This role involves supervising students during examinations, ensuring adherence to school policies, and providing support to candidates as needed. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, a commitment to safeguarding, and the ability to work under pressure. Join a forward-thinking educational institution that values inclusivity and high standards, and contribute to creating a supportive environment for students. If you are passionate about education and helping students succeed, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five GCSEs including Maths and English at grade 5/C.
• Commitment to high standards and safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during examinations according to school requirements.
• Assist with the administration and smooth running of exams.
• Enforce examination regulations and procedures.

Skills

Problem Solving

Ability to Follow Processes

Working Under Pressure

Initiative

Education

At least five GCSEs or equivalent

Good standard of Education

Job description

School: Barnwood Park School (Secondary)
Address: St.Lawrence Road, Barnwood, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Title: Exam Invigilator - Barnwood Park School
Grade: Grade 4, £13.699 per hour plus holiday allowance (£26,409 FTE)
Allowances: (Not applicable)
Hours: Part Time (0 hours)
Contract: Casual
Closing Date: 30/06/2025
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date: A.S.A.P.

We are looking for Exam Invigilators. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Barnwood Park School and become an integral member of the invigilating team.

At Barnwood Park School, our aspiration is for all our staff and students to leave our school with practical wisdom gained through the teaching of intellectual, moral, civic and performance virtues.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi-academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote/hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We thrive from collaboration at every level and encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another.

Main responsibilities:

1. To supervise individuals and/or groups of students undertaking school examinations in accordance with the legal and school requirements.
2. Have the flexibility to provide invigilating support around specific exam dates.
3. Undertaking any training enabling you to fulfill your role and duties.
4. To follow the school policies and procedures.
5. To assist the Examinations/Data Manager in the smooth and efficient administration, setting up and running of examinations.
6. Closely following and enforcing the school and exam board procedures and regulations, including being familiar with the ‘Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations’ as provided by the Examinations Boards.
7. To support candidates on a 1-1 basis who require assistance, e.g., scribing.
8. Assisting candidates prior to the start of examinations by directing them to their seats and advising them about possessions permitted in examination venues.
9. Ensuring candidates do not talk once inside examination venues.
10. Invigilating during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with examination irregularities in accordance with procedure.
11. Checking attendance during examinations.
12. Recording details of late arrivals and early leavers and collecting scripts from early leavers.
13. Escorting candidates from venues during the examination as required and supervising candidates whilst outside examination venues.
14. Escorting candidates on toilet breaks ensuring no unauthorized material is consulted and that examination regulations are observed at all times.
15. To ensure that any minor behavior issues are dealt with in line with school policy and that any breaches of Examination Code of Conduct are reported to the Examinations/Data Manager immediately.
16. Collecting, collating and assisting with the packing of examination papers, stationery and equipment prior to the examinations and delivering scripts at the end of the examination in accordance with strict procedures.
17. Supervising candidates leaving examination venues, ensuring that candidates do not remove equipment or stationery from the venue without authorization and ensuring that candidates leave venues in an orderly and quiet manner.
18. To be available for additional Invigilating Training Meetings.

You will need:

1. At least five GCSEs or equivalent which must include at least a 5/C grade in Maths and English.
2. A good standard of Education.
3. To be able to follow processes.
4. Commitment to working within the School’s Safeguarding Policy and Procedures.
5. Commitment to high standards and expectations.
6. To be able to problem solve/work using your own initiative.
7. Able to work under pressure and work to deadlines.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check.

Please click on the website link to the right of this advert - click on School Information and then on Vacancies to apply.