Invigilator/Reader/Scribe

Inspiration Trust Ltd; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Great Yarmouth Charter Academy is recruiting for reliable and hardworking people to join our exam invigilation team on a casual, flexible basis. The role involves invigilating external and internal examinations and providing scribes or readers support to pupils needing extra help in exams.

The main examination period is May and June, with mock exams in November and February/March; training will be provided, and you will need to be available for those peak times.

Qualifications

• Good numeracy and literacy levels.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A flexible approach to work.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Computer literacy as you will be required to work with a computer on occasion.

Responsibilities

• To ensure the fair and proper conduct of exams in an environment that enables a pupil to perform at their best.
• To ensure that exams are carried out in accordance with the rules set out by the examination boards and Great Yarmouth Charter Academy.
• To assist with the implementation of agreed exam access arrangements to meet the needs of pupils.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Communication

Flexibility

Calm under pressure

Computer literacy

Job description

Great Yarmouth Charter Academy is recruiting for reliable and hardworking people to join our exam invigilation team. We are looking for people who can be available on a casual and flexible basis to invigilate external and internal examinations. The role also involves providing assistance as scribes or readers to pupils who need extra support in exams.

The main examination period is May and June but there are other times throughout the year when invigilators are required. We do require a commitment that you will be available for mock exams, November and February/March, in addition to May and June which is our peak period for examinations.

The role holder will ensure exams are carried out fairly and in accordance with the rules set out by the examination board. Previous experience would be helpful although not essential, as training will be provided.

What You Will Be Doing

• To ensure the fair and proper conduct of exams in an environment that enables a pupil to perform at their best.
• To ensure that exams are carried out in accordance with the rules set out by the examination boards and Great Yarmouth Charter Academy.
• To assist with the implementation of agreed exam access arrangements to meet the needs of pupils.

You will be vigilant, reliable, and detail-oriented. You will have calmness under pressure, strong communication skills, impartiality, and the ability to strictly follow, yet professionally enforce, exam regulations. You will also be attentive, punctual, and capable of managing unexpected situations.

Essential

• Good numeracy and literacy levels
• Excellent communication skills
• A flexible approach to work
• The ability to remain calm under pressure
• Computer literacy as you will be required to work with a computer on occasion.

At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You'll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you'll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.

Great Yarmouth Charter Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2024. The report highlighted that "Pupils at Great Yarmouth Charter Academy are proud to attend the school. It provides them with a safe and structured environment. It is a place where pupils can thrive and achieve their potential".

Over the last four rounds of Year 7 admissions, the school has become oversubscribed with first-choice pupils. Our current job opportunities reflect this growth and our ongoing commitment to supporting students from our local community.

We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.

The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country's leading educational thinkers and practitioners.