Invigilator Zero-Hours (Colchester)

Pearson - UK; Colchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Invigilator to oversee and support learners during Functional Skills assessments in Colchester. The ideal candidate will ensure a fair assessment environment, maintain accurate records, and possess excellent organisational and communication skills. This role offers flexible working hours, aiming to empower learners in achieving their qualifications.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational, administration, and relationship management skills.
• Knowledge of Functional Skills qualifications.
• Excellent IT skills and ability to promote learning.

Responsibilities

• Maintain direct control and supervision of all learners during assessments.
• Prepare and administer assessments for English and Mathematics.
• Ensure adherence to the JCQ and Awarding Body Instructions for Conducting Examinations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administration skills

Relationship management

IT skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Functional Skills qualifications

Job description

Join our team as an Invigilator at Pearson TQ!

Are you passionate about empowering learners and ensuring the integrity of assessments? Do you have the skills to oversee and support learners during their Functional Skills assessments, ensuring a fair and conducive environment for all? If so, Pearson TQ has an exciting opportunity for you!

About the Role:

Responsible for invigilating English and Mathematics Functional Skills assessments for Pearson TQ apprentices at Merville Barracks, Colchester. This role also involves invigilating paper-based and online mock assessments, initial and diagnostic assessments and online learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• To maintain direct control and supervision of all learners undergoing assessments, exams and e-learning
• Prepare and administer Functional Skills English and Mathematics Functional Skills assessments
• Maintain accurate records of examinations undertaken, including seating plans, supervision reports and attendance registers with accuracy
• Submit completed examination paperwork within a timely manner
• Ensure theJCQ and Awarding Body Instructions for Conducting Examinations (ICE) are adhered to
• Conduct initial and diagnostic assessments with learners
• Set up paper-based mock assessments, invigilate and provide the Functional Skills Tutor with assessment/s for marking
• Set up online mock assessments, invigilate and print results
• Set up and invigilate apprentices completing online learning
• Maintain accurate daily records of learner’s attendance and achievements and report any absences
• Undertake appropriate staff development activities that support personal development, ensuring your own practice conforms with standards

What we’re looking for:

• Excellent organisational, administration and relationship management skills
• Knowledge of Functional Skills qualifications
• Excellent IT skills
• Ability to promote learning and opportunity for all
• Ability to be flexible over hours of attendance, including evenings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, adaptable and enthusiastic team-worker

Desirable

• Functional Skills, Key Skills or Skills for Life qualifications
• Knowledge of Apprenticeships and Apprenticeship delivery
• Experience of invigilating examinations/assessments
• Experience of working in education or with the military

If you are dedicated to maintaining the integrity of assessments and have the drive to support learners in achieving their full potential, we would love to hear from you!

This post is exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and applicants will be expected to undertake an enhanced disclosure through the DBS