Examination Invigilator - The Purbeck School

Dorset Council UK; Wareham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Dorset Council UK in Wareham seeks an Exams Invigilator for a school-based role, primarily responsible for supervising public examinations in line with JCQ regulations and center policies.

The casual, zero-hours contract role offers an £13.28 hourly rate from January 2027, with training in Exams Office Invigilator procedures, cyber security, and safeguarding. Flexibility in hours and attention to candidate welfare are essential.

Qualifications

• Familiar with the Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations issued by the Joint Council for General Qualifications (JCQ).
• Familiar with school/exam centre policies for conduct of examinations and invigilators.
• Ability to manage the examination space, papers and candidate materials safely.
• Capable of handling candidates under pressure and maintaining calm under exam conditions.

Responsibilities

• Check examination room arrangements comply with regulations.
• Issue notices to candidates at start of examination.
• Maintain security of papers, materials and scripts.
• Start, conduct and finish examinations per regulations.
• Complete attendance registers with candidate identification.
• Supervise candidates with vigilance during exams.
• Answer candidate questions about process and procedures.
• Handle emergencies per policies and regulations.

Skills

Examination regulations

Health & safety

Behaviour management

SEN

Job description

Exams Invigilator

XS 9.8 GRADE 3

Casual zero hours contract

£13.28 hourly rate

From January 2027

Main job purpose

This is a school-based role, primarily concerned with the conduct of public examinations in accordance with strict regulations.

The primary purpose of the Examination Invigilator is to supervise candidates who are engaged in taking public examinations. Examination Invigilators must act strictly in accordance with the regulations set out for the conduct of examinations by the Joint Council for General Qualifications. Examination Invigilators will also act in accordance with school or examination centre policy for the conduct of internal and external examinations.

Examination Invigilators will have high expectations of all candidates and respect for their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds.

Main responsibilities and duties

• To check that the arrangements of the examination room remain in compliance with the regulations.
• To issue the regulatory notices to candidates at the start of the examination.
• To maintain the security of examination papers, materials and candidate scripts whilst in the Exam Invigilator’s possession.
• To start, conduct and finish the examination in accordance with the regulations.
• To complete the attendance register with due attention to the identification of candidates.
• To supervise candidates with due vigilance during the working of the examination.
• To respond to any questions from candidates about process and procedures.
• To deal with any immediate problems or emergencies according to the examination centre or school’s policies or procedures and in accordance with the examination regulations
• To collect completed scripts after the examination has ended, prepare for posting
• To report back as appropriate using the agreed referral procedures on any issues arising
• To assist with administration as requested
• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in accordance with the school’s safeguarding and child protection policy.
• Complete annual training; Exams Office Invigilator training, Cyber Security training & Safeguarding training

Knowledge & skills

Essential

• Be familiar with a range of school policies which may impinge on the conduct of public examinations, particularly those regarding health and safety, equal opportunities, behaviour management, child protection and special educational needs (SEN).
• Be familiar with the Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations issued by the Joint Council for General Qualifications
• Be familiar with the examination centre/school’s policy for the conduct of examination’s and guidelines to invigilators
• Have the necessary skills to manage safely, the activities, the physical space and the resources for which s/he is responsible
• Understand and be able to use a range of strategies to deal with young people under pressure and also individual behavioural needs

Desirable

• Recent successful experience within an educational or supervisory environment
• Flexibility and initiative

Supervision & management

• To work to a designated member of teaching or support staff according to the examination centre/school’s normal policy and practice in examination invigilation
• To supervise candidates in examination conditions in accordance with examination regulations and school policy and practice and with other invigilators
• To direct candidates in order to achieve compliance with examination regulations
• A senior invigilator may be required to supervise the work of other adults normally present in the examination room

Problem Solving and creativity

• Use of a variety of interpersonal skills and strategies to establish positive relationships with candidates.
• Know and use the school’s referral system as appropriate in the event of problems with an individual candidate, or group or other adult.
• Flexibility in working hours will be required

Key contacts & relationships

• Treat candidates consistently, with respect and consideration, and be concerned for their welfare during the period of supervision.
• Model and promote the positive values, attitudes and behaviour expected from the candidates whom they supervise.
• Know when to seek help and advice.

Decision making

There will sometimes be a need to make immediate decisions in accordance with exam board regulations, without initial referral to a manager, in relation to the secure conduct of public examinations and the safety of candidates

Resources

Exam papers, stationery, writing equipment

ICT and AVA equipment 3

Working environment

• Size, phase and type of school/examination centre will vary
• Includes supervision of individual candidates as well as groups of varying sizes
• Involves working with other examination invigilators and school staff
• Normal school environment
• Occasional use of ICT and AVA equipment
• Lifting of examination materials
• Some school sites are extensive and postholders may be required to work throughout the site on more than one floor.
• In special schools meeting the needs of pupils may be more demanding both physically and emotionally
• Examination rooms which may include specialist areas
• Occasional requirement to work outside the normal school day
• Within a Special School environment staff may be required to deal with extremes of behaviour and /or a range of needs which may be physically and /or emotionally demanding

Website: www.purbeck.wessex.ac

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