Exam Invigilator - Oathall Community College

West Sussex County Council; Chichester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority in Chichester is seeking invigilators to supervise examinations and support students with their exam needs. No prior invigilation experience is necessary as training will be provided. Ideal for those with spare time, particularly during busy exam periods. Benefits include local government pension scheme participation and free access to the school gym.

Benefits

Participation in local government pension scheme

Free use of the school gym

Access to WSCC employee benefits

Qualifications

• No prior experience of invigilation required; training provided.
• Friendly and reassuring demeanor when working with students.

Responsibilities

• Supervise examinations according to regulations.
• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis during exams.
• Help students stay on track during timed exams.
• Assist with practical exams as needed.

Job description

Overview

invigilators supervise examinations, working in accordance with all regulations, policies, and procedures to maintain the integrity and security of the examination. The role can include working on a 1:1 basis with pupils who may need help with reading exam papers or writing down their answers, helping students to keep on track during timed exams or being an extra pair of hands to help with practical exams such as cooking and art.

Responsibilities

• Supervise examinations in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures to maintain integrity and security.
• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis as needed during exams (reading exam papers or recording answers).
• Help students stay on track during timed exams.
• Assist with practical exams (e.g., cooking and art) as required.

What You Need to Succeed

Experience of invigilation is not required as training in the role and duties of an invigilator will be provided. They are a friendly and reassuring face.

Safeguarding and Recruitment

Oathall Community College and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

Applications should be completed via the Oathall Community College website using a non teaching application form along with our recruitment monitoring form and a short letter of application (no more than one side of A4). Please email the documents to or post to Mrs Sara Atkin. The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 13th October. Suitable candidates will be invited to an informal Invigilator training session (with Q&A) on Thursday 23 October at 4pm; please ensure you are available on this date and time.

Note to Candidates

Please do not select the 'Apply online' button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.

Available Documents / About the School

Oathall is an ambitious, forward thinking and growing 11-16 community college with over 1300 students. The school is characterised by our high expectations and an absolute commitment to raising standards and achievement for all. We are committed to Continuing Professional Learning through a strong training programme and work closely with our local federation schools.

Benefits

Benefits include participation in the generous local government pension scheme, free use of the school gym. Access to WSCC employee benefits.

Job Details

Salary: NJC Grade 2 - £12.65 hourly rate plus £1.53 annual leave entitlement

Do you have some spare time?

Do you have some spare time on a flexible basis particularly during November, March, May, and June?