Exams Invigilators

Ceredigion County Council; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Ceredigion County Council seeks Exams Invigilators to work with the exams office to ensure examinations run smoothly and regulations are strictly observed. The role involves variable hours with main exam periods in November/December and April–June, supporting students and helping to raise aspirations in Ysgol Penglais and the wider school community.

The position requires safeguarding awareness and an Enhanced DBS check; we welcome applicants who are committed to fairness, dignity, and your role

Qualifications

• DBS check required and Enhanced DBS clearance will be sought.
• Hours are variable with key exam periods during November/December and April–June.

Responsibilities

• Assist the exams office to run examinations smoothly and ensure all conduct rules are followed.
• Support students and staff to uphold safeguarding and fairness during exams.

Job description

We seek to appoint Exams Invigilators to work closely with the exams office staff to ensure that exams run smoothly and all rules and regulations relating to the conduct of exams are strictly applied. The hours will be variable and the main times of the year for exams are November/December and April, May and June. This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious candidate to play a key role in supporting our students and increasing the aspirations and success of our students, thereby contributing to the journey of Ysgol Penglais in becoming an excellent school.

• a research-based school with good relationships between staff and students
• a commitment to the professional development of all its staff to become outstanding teachers and leaders
• access to the bustling university town of Aberystwyth
• located on the beautiful Ceredigion coast, an area of natural beauty

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

• Work-life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development

Where you'll work Schools and Culture We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range.

Our primary functions are as follows:

• School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in Education
• Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational Psychology
• Pupil Wellbeing: Counselling; Welfare; Anti-Bullying, Pupil Voice
• Education Governance: Data ; Governor Support, Policy support
• School Admissions
• Culture: Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; Museum
• Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; Grants
• Catering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes.
• Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training

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