15 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    April 2025

  • Closing date

    5 January 2025 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    10 December 2024

Job details

Job role

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Working pattern

Part time: Zero hours contract - hours to be arranged with Exams department

Contract type

Casual

Hourly rate

£11.47 - £12.39

What skills and experience we're looking for

We require an Exam Invigilator to join Plymouth High School for Girls to support with the main exam period (May and June).Your presence will maintain the integrity of examinations in an environment that enables a student to perform at their best.

The successful candidate will assist with setting up of exam venues, checking examination packs, assisting candidates and actively invigilating during examinations. You will be required to check attendance and record relevant details, so strong communication, both written and verbal, are essential. You may be required to scribe/read for students – full training will be provided. Experience in invigilation is not required as training for the role and duties will be provided.

Employment for this position is offered on a casual basis. Hours worked vary between 8.00 am and 5.30 pm. Exam sessions are up to three hours, so invigilation sessions may be up to four hours in some instances.

For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached Job Description

What the school offers its staff

Plymouth High believes as much in preparing its students for life as it does their school years, shown by our motto “For life, not school, we learn”, drives all that we do.

Plymouth High School for Girls is a City selective Grammar school with a good reputation for providing an engaging curriculum within a supportive and encouraging environment. Students are happy at our school and enjoy the benefits of well taught and engaging lessons along with extensive extra-curricular opportunities. We are a small school with a friendly feel where people work flexibly and collaboratively to give our students the best possible experience.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Hampshire and Plymouth.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

  • Think about their Thinking
  • Be their Best self
  • Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

Click HereTo view our Trust video to gain an insight into The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

What our Trust will offer you:

  • Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
  • Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
  • Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
  • Training:Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
  • Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
  • Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
  • Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
  • Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
  • Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across awide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
  • TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
  • TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will bepart of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
  • Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.

If you are interested in working at our friendly school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

We strongly encourage any teachers who may be interested in working at our school to direct any question they may have to the Head’s PA, Vicki Benwell, vicki.benwell@phsg.tsat.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

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About Plymouth High School for Girls

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary
School size
816 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18

Plymouth High believes as much in preparing its students for life as it does their school years, shown by its slogan “For life, not school, we learn”.

“The leadership team has maintained the good quality of education in the school “– Latest Ofsted Report

Plymouth High School for Girls is a City selective Grammar school with a good reputation for providing an engaging curriculum within a supportive and encouraging environment. Students are happy at our school and enjoy the benefits of well taught and engaging lessons along with extensive extra-curricular opportunities. We are a small school with a friendly feel where people work flexibly and collaboratively to give our students the best possible experience.

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