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Exam Invigilators

Reference: FEB20180376
Expiry date: 2018-05-11 11:00:00.000
Location: Nottinghamshire
Salary: £8.87 Per Hour
Benefits: -

Job Description

Examination Invigilator

Main Purpose:

To ensure the fair and proper conduct of examinations in an environment that enables a student to perform at their best.

Specific Duties:

To support the Exams Officer with the day-to-day operation of examination venues. This activity may include:

  • assisting with setting up examination venues by laying out stationery, equipment and examination papers in accordance with strict procedures
  • closely following and enforcing exam procedures and regulations
  • assisting candidates prior to the start of examination by directing them to their seats and advising them about possessions permitted in examination venues
  • ensuring that candidates do not talk once inside examination venues
  • invigilating during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with examination irregularities in accordance with procedures
  • recording details of late arrivals and early leavers and collecting scripts from early leavers
  • escorting candidates from venues during the examination as required and supervising candidates whilst outside the examination venue
  • escorting candidates on toilet breaks ensuring no unauthorised material is consulted and that examination regulations are observed at all times
  • supervising candidates leaving examination venues, ensuring that candidates do not remove equipment or stationery from the venue without authorisation and ensuring that candidates leave venues in an orderly and quiet manner
  • completing a seating plan and attendance register
  • supervising candidates over lunchtime

To assist the Examination Officer with other examination processes. This activity may include:

  • assisting staff taking examination papers and stationery to and from examination venues
  • sorting exam scripts into attendance register order
  • sorting candidate cards into candidate number order
  • packing up exam papers for dispatch
  • taking exam parcels to reception for collection
  • any other duties

The role may also include acting as a Reader, Scribe and Practical Assistant for students who have qualified for access arrangements because of special educational needs and disabilities, therefore, strong literacy skills are required.

The post would be ideally suited to applicants who feel a sense of responsibility for today's young people and who are able to work flexible daytime hours, sometimes at short notice. Previous experience would be an advantage but full training will be provided and working hours will be negotiated for each exam period. Experience of working in a school environment is advantageous but not essential. However, good communication skills, a willingness to learn are essential.