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Teaching Vacancies; Royston; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,515,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CARE pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Free membership to Anglian Learning S&

20% discount on Anglian Learning Adult

Employee Assistance Programme

Teacher Discounts / Blue Light card

Job summary

Anglian Learning is seeking casual exam invigilators to support internal and external examinations throughout the academic year. You will provide a reassuring presence to students and help ensure exams run smoothly.

Full training will be provided. No previous experience is required, but you should be able to communicate effectively, relate to staff and students, work under pressure, and adapt to varying schedules.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• GCSE English/Maths at least Grade C or equivalent.
• Willingness to undertake training to develop knowledge.
• Basic understanding of emotional and behavioural needs in adolescents.
• Willingness to fit into the inclusive ethos of the Trust.
• Flexibility and reliability.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Willing to adapt as needed.
• Enthusiastic and committed approach.
• Enthusiastic about the education of all young people.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to work sensitively with colleagues.
• Professional attitude at all times.
• Energy, self-confidence, perseverance and emotional resilience.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Set up examination rooms and prepare materials.
• Distribute and collect scripts during exams.
• Supervise students during examinations.
• Ensure procedures are followed and maintain calm under pressure.
• Attend training and comply with safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Willingness to train

Attention to detail

Professional attitude

Energetic and resilient

Safeguarding awareness

Education

GCSE English/Maths (Grade C or equivalent)

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Effective oral/written communication skills.
• Working effectively within a team.
• Good standard of education, preferably English / Mathematics GCSE minimum Grade C or equivalent.
• Willingness to undertake training to further develop knowledge and understanding.
• A basic understanding of emotional and behavioural needs in adolescents.
• Willingness to fit into the inclusive ethos of the Trust.
• Flexibility and reliability.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Willing to adapt as the need arises.
• Enthusiastic and committed approach.
• Enthusiastic about the education of all young people.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to work sensitively with colleagues.
• A professional attitude at all times.
• Energy, self- confidence, perseverance and emotional resilience.
• Ability to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

What the school offers its staff

Joining Anglian Learning comes with a range of benefits, fostering both personal and professional growth. Our coaching and mentoring programmes are designed to offer tailored support that enhances your skills and career development.

Other benefits and support available to all Trust employees include:

• Career Average Revalued Earnings Pension Scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Free membership to all Anglian Learning Sports Centres
• 20% discount on Anglian Learning Adult Education Courses
• Employee Assistance Programme offering a range of services to staff and their families
• Access to a wide range of discounts on high street and online shopping via ‘Teacher Discounts’ and the ‘Blue Light’ card

Further details about the role

We are looking to expand our team of Exam Invigilators who assist with both internal and external examinations throughout the academic year. We are looking for confident, flexible individuals with effective verbal and written communication skills, who will be able to offer a reassuring presence to students in exam rooms.

Duties include setting up the examination room, distributing and collecting scripts, supervising students during examinations, whilst working in accordance with set procedures at all times.

Full training will be provided. No experience is necessary, however invigilators should:

• Have effective communication skills
• Be able to relate to academic staff and students
• Be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Have a flexible approach to work
• Have accuracy and attention to detail

These positions are on a casual, as and when required basis, throughout the academic year with the main exam season in May and June. However, we also have mock exams in November, February and April and invigilators are required for these as well. Hours worked will usually be between 8.30am and 4pm

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment and staff in regulated activity will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and a barred list check. Certificates of Good Conduct and other checks may be requested if applicable. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service. This will include details of ALL cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions, whether “spent” or “unspent”. Criminal convictions will only be considered when they are relevant to the post.