Exams Invigilator

Mulberry; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Mulberry Academy St Leonards is seeking a part-time Examinations Invigilator to support the exams period. You will help prepare rooms, manage exam materials, and supervise students with a calm, professional approach. The role requires attention to detail and adherence to regulations.

We value flexible working arrangements and a supportive school environment. Training and ongoing development are provided, with opportunities to contribute to high standards of examinations administration.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills essential.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Calm, firm approach to managing examination situations.

Responsibilities

• Set up examination rooms per awarding body rules.
• Safely handle exam materials and papers.
• Supervise candidates quietly and ensure seating as required.
• Report irregularities to the Examinations Officer immediately.
• Follow evacuation and safety procedures during exams.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Calm under pressure

Job description

We recognise the importance of balancing work and home life. We consider flexible and family-friendly working opportunities wherever possible, including part-time, term-time and job-share arrangements. At Mulberry Academy St Leonards we also design timetables to support staff wellbeing. All teachers receive a weekly PPA sessions and an afternoon/ morning well being time offsite. Supporting your health and wellbeing Balancing everyday life with the requirements of work can create pressures for all of us. Work is a significant part of our lives and we are committed to creating a healthy and supportive working environment. All employees have free access to a 24-hour confidential counselling and wellbeing service, designed to support staff with a range of personal and professional challenges. Recognising that the autumn term is the longest and most demanding, we restructured our calendar to better support staff wellbeing with a two-week break in October. Actively promoting equality and diversity Mulberry Academy St Leonards is committed to building an equal, diverse and inclusive community. We want the very best people to work in our school regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, pregnancy, family status or marital status. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from historically under-represented and minority groups, helping ensure our workforce reflects the diverse communities we serve. Further details about the role About the role We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive member of staff who will assist in our exams period This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual who is committed to making a meaningful difference in a child's educational experience and who understands the importance of providing consistent, high-quality support tailored to the student's needs.

Key Responsibilities

• To assist with setting up examination rooms in accordance with awarding body regulations.
• To ensure at all times safe custody of Question Papers and other examination materials
• To ensure compliance with the regulations contained in "The Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations" published by the Joint Council for Qualifications
• To assist with bringing candidates into the exam room in silence and ensure they are seated in accordance with prescribed seating arrangements.
• To ensure no prohibited material or equipment has been brought into the exam room.
• To assist with distribution of exam papers.
• To distribute extra paper as required and deal with candidates' queries and any emergencies that arise during the examination
• To report all cases of irregularity or misconduct to the Examinations Officer immediately and understand the consequences of any regulation infringement.
• To know the emergency procedures to follow in the event of a fire alarm or other need to evacuate the building.
• To patrol the exam room during the exam, being as unobtrusive as possible (quiet shoes etc.).
• To collect in the exam papers at the end of the exam and ensure they are kept safe until handed over to the Examinations Officer.
• To assist with the dismissal of candidates in silence.
• To assist candidates who are entitled to access arrangements for their examinations, e.g. reading aloud or scribing for a candidate with additional needs.
• To ensure compliance with statutory policies and procedures relating to the role.
• To carry out all activities in such a manner that data protection requirements are met and are in line with the Academy's policies for Health and Safety, and Equal Opportunities.
• To undertake other reasonable duties as directed by the cleaning supervisor
• There may also be the need for staff to undertake additional duties from time to time, appropriate to the level of the post. Should these additional tasks become a frequent part of the role, the job description will be revised through consultation with the post holder.

General

• Promote equal opportunities and inclusion, challenging and addressing immediately any situation where these falls short of the standards expected in our school.
• Promote and actively support the ethos and values of the school and Trust.
• Support and contribute to the school's commitment to the continued professional development of all staff, including engagement with training and professional learning opportunities.
• Work within the school's Health and Safety framework, ensuring safe practices are always followed.
• Be aware of and assume the appropriate level of responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with the Trust's Safeguarding Policy and procedures.
• Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required by the Executive Principal or Leadership Team, consistent with the nature and level of the role. A good level of spoken and written English is essential for this role.

Experience

• Experience of working within a school or with young people would be desirable

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Calm but firm approach when dealing with difficult situations

Personal Attributes

• Professional, with a positive attitude to work
• Flexible
• Reliable
• Compassionate

We're proud of our people. At Mulberry Academy St Leonards, we are building a culture where pupils, parents, teachers and staff work together in the service of our community. When you join our school, you will find a place where you belong and where your work truly makes a difference to the lives of young people.

Working in education is not always easy. We recognise the effort, creativity and commitment our staff bring every day. We value this deeply and show our appreciation by creating a culture where staff are supported to grow, develop and thrive. Providing talent development opportunities We want ambitious and talented people to join Mulberry Academy St Leonards because they want to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people. Professional development is central to our culture. All teaching staff benefit from weekly professional development, and each year we dedicate a two-week professional development programme in October. During this time teachers deepen their practice and collaborate on improving teaching and learning, while colleagues in support roles have structured time designed specifically for their own professional development. We also build coaching into teachers' timetables, ensuring every teacher benefit from regular professional dialogue, reflection and support to continually develop their practice. As part of the Mulberry Schools Trust, staff benefit from Trust-wide expertise, strong collaboration, and opportunities to grow professionally. The East London Teaching School Hub further enhances this offer, delivering nationally recognised programmes and enabling staff to engage in and contribute to training across all career stages. Providing a good pension When you join the Mulberry Schools Trust, you will have access to an excellent pension scheme - either the Teachers' Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme, depending on your role. Offering flexible working