Exams Invigilator x5

Oasis Academy John Williams; West of England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Oasis Academy John Williams is seeking invigilators to support autumn and busy exam periods. No prior invigilating experience is required as full training will be provided.

Seasonal work is available in November and during February, May and June, offering a chance to contribute to a calm exam environment and support teachers. Role involves preparing rooms, admitting candidates, ensuring correct papers and materials, and following examination guidelines under the supervision of the Examinations

Qualifications

• Training will be provided prior to start.
• No prior invigilating experience is required.
• Ability to work during busy exam periods and seasonal timelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the examination room with correct seating and basic equipment.
• Admit candidates quietly and ensure they sit in the assigned places.
• Verify correct examination papers and relevant materials are available.
• Conduct examinations according to guidelines and report issues to the lead invigilator.
• Maintain vigilance during the exam and avoid other tasks.
• Assist with collecting and sorting papers and equipment for dispatch.

Skills

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Oasis Academy John Williams is a forward-thinking Academy that maintains high expectations of staff and students. Our focus is on our children, staff wellbeing, and community; parents and the wider community are engaged with our school, supporting our leaders, and playing an active role in community transformation through academy-led projects. We are proud of our relational climate and model a culture and atmosphere of genuine warmth.

Job/Person Summary

Examinations are among the most important and stressful events in the life of any learner. It is essential that examinations are conducted in the correct way, and invigilators are crucial to this process.

The post holder will join a team of invigilators who support the academy by providing a high-quality service. They ensure a calm environment for the examinations, giving candidates confidence in the process and freeing up teachers to focus on teaching. Previous experience of invigilating is not a requirement as full training will be provided. We require individuals interested in seasonal work this November and through the busy exam periods in February, May and June..

Key Skills

• Preparing the examination room, ensuring that tables are set out correctly, clocks are set at the correct time, basic equipment and water are available;
• Admitting candidates to the room in a quiet and orderly fashion, ensuring that they sit in the correct place as specified on the seating plan;
• Ensuring that candidates have the correct examination paper and relevant equipment;
• Conducting the examination according to the Examination guidelines and informing the lead invigilator and/or Examinations Officer of any misconduct or problems;
• Monitoring the conduct of the examination by being constantly vigilant and not doing any other task;
• Collecting in papers and equipment at the end of the examination and helping to sort them ready for dispatch to the Examinations board.

Please note: Oasis Community Learning does not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative introductions from recruitment agencies. We work strictly with agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL), and any CVs submitted outside of this agreement will not be liable to an introduction fee.