Exam Invigilator: Reader and Scribe

Altrincham College; Trafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Trafford is seeking an Exam Supervisor to oversee exams and ensure compliance with examination rules. The role involves setting up venues, supervising candidates, and performing administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will be organized, possess excellent communication skills, and have a strong understanding of exam procedures. The position offers hourly pay with various benefits including on-site facilities and CPD opportunities.

Benefits

Membership of a Pension Scheme

On-site parking

On-site canteen facilities

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health and Counselling services

Qualifications

• Proven record of good time-keeping and organisational skills.
• Understanding of the principles of exam procedures.
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods during exam sessions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise exams ensuring integrity and security.
• Set up the exam venue and check all necessary equipment.
• Perform Reader/Scribe duties for students needing assistance.
• Support safeguarding responsibilities and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Self-motivated

Ability to work as part of a team

Attention to detail

Education

Good standard of written and spoken English

Job description

Overview

JOB PURPOSE: To oversee and supervise exams and ensure that guidelines and regulations for the integrity and security of the exam papers and procedures are followed during exam sessions.

Responsibilities

• Set up the exam venue prior to the start of the exam(s), including checking and setting out candidate cards, checking papers and equipment (e.g. calculators for a Maths exam).
• Ensure exams take place in line with the JCQ/Exam Board regulations.
• Collect papers and ensure the exam is completed correctly.
• Complete the necessary administrative tasks required for the secure transfer of exam scripts to the Exams Officer.
• Reader/Scribe duties: read exam questions for students with access arrangements and write exam answers for students with access arrangements.
• Supervise candidates entitled to rest breaks and those who sit their exams out of Hall.
• Support candidates appropriately in line with their individual access arrangements.

General requirements

• Work towards and support the academy vision and objectives outlined in the Academy Improvement Plan.
• Support safeguarding responsibilities and maintain confidentiality, attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct and professional relations with students, parents/carers and colleagues.
• Adhere to policies and circulars and undertake any other duties commensurate with the grading of the post as directed by the Headteacher.

Qualifications/Training

• Good standard of written and spoken English; good numeracy skills. Training will be provided in Reading for an exam candidate, Scribing for an exam candidate, and JCQ exam guidelines.

Experience

• Proven record of good time-keeping and organisational skills.

Knowledge

• Understanding of the principles of exam procedures.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral). Self-motivated, able to work on own initiative, and able to prioritise tasks. Ability to work as part of a team. Flexible to changing environments. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Ability to sit/stand for extended periods (90 minutes+).

Desirable

• Understanding of the exam system at KS4/GCSE and KS5/A-Level. Knowledge of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). Experience of working with young people or in a school.

Additional information

• The successful candidate will be expected to take up the position in time for the next round of exams.
• Membership of a Pension Scheme with employer contributions; on-site parking; on-site canteen facilities; staff room with free refreshments; Employee Assistance Programme; Occupational Health and Counselling services.
• All schools operate a no-smoking policy on their sites and are supported by a talented and professional team; CPD opportunities available. The post is hourly paid with seasonal working hours around exam periods; DBS check required (applicants pay the annual update service fee).