Exam Invigilator - Support Smooth, Secure Exams

Midsomer Norton Primary; Radstock; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset Studio School in Radstock is seeking casual exam invigilators to supervise external examinations in line with JCQ regulations.

You will identify candidates, prepare rooms, manage seating, monitor behaviour, and assist with script collection and return; the role also involves basic administrative duties requested by the Examinations Officer. The position offers flexible hours during exam periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervision of the conduct of the exam in accordance with the JCQ regulations.
• Assist with correct identification of all candidates and the registering of students.
• Assist with the preparation of the examination room to ensure the conditions meet JCQ requirements.
• Support the supervision of the entry of students in a quiet and orderly manner in accordance with the seating plan provided.
• Ensure candidates are aware they are under examination conditions and ensure that no unauthorised materials are brought to the exam.
• Distribute the correct papers and stationery to students in an orderly and timely manner.
• Ensure that the start and end time of the exams are displayed and the seating plan is maintained and signed.
• Monitor student behaviour and external noise in a quiet and unobtrusive manner.
• Distribute additional paper / equipment as required.
• Ensure candidates with special educational needs and/or exam concessions are correctly supervised and entitlements respected.
• Supervision of ‘clash’ candidates between examinations as required.
• Be responsible for students in the event of a fire, ensuring they are moved to a safe place but kept separate from other students.
• Respond to candidates queries in line with JCQ regulations and deal with any problems which arise in liaison with the Admissions and Examinations Officer.
• Ensure efficient timekeeping is maintained and ensure the incident log is completed accurately.
• Collect and check scripts at the end of the exam and collate question papers and other materials for return to the Examinations Officer.
• Ensure examination conditions are maintained until all candidates have left the room.
• Prepare for the next exam session if required.
• Assist with the return of scripts to the Examinations Officer on completion of the exam, ensuring that all scripts have been collected and placed in register order.
• Occasional administrative duties to include assistance with despatch of scripts.

Job description

Somerset Studio School in Radstock is seeking casual exam invigilators to supervise external examinations in line with JCQ regulations.

You will identify candidates, prepare rooms, manage seating, monitor behaviour, and assist with script collection and return; the role also involves basic administrative duties requested by the Examinations Officer. The position offers flexible hours during exam periods.