Examination Invigilator

Northgate High School, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 2EU

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  TBC

• Closing date

  24 March 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  10 March 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £12.45 Hourly

Examination Invigilator job summary

Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilators ‘Pool’

£12.45 per hour

We are seeking casual Examination Invigilators who are able to work sessions between the hours of 8.15am – 4.00pm. Duties include the invigilation for external examinations, administrative duties to assist the Exams Manager, setting up rooms ready for examinations including computers/laptops as necessary. A good standard of education is essential along with general administrative and computing experience.

There is also the opportunity to complete additional training to become a Reader or a Scribe for our candidates. Further details are available at the interview stage.

We are proud to be the only University accredited laboratory school in Norfolk. As a Laboratory School, we are committed to research-based practice which is strengthened through peer-to-peer learning, ongoing professional development and collaboration with other schools and partners. There is also the opportunity for the exploration of educational practice through Masters and Doctoral degrees as well as funded research projects.

A Laboratory School is a network of schools, linked to a University, who are committed to using research and collaboration to help them grow even stronger. Whilst there are accredited schools all over the world, we were the first in Norfolk to be selected. We were approached to be part of the University Laboratory School network because of our Good OFSTED rating, our strong exam results, our ethos and our record of researched-based pedagogy.

Northgate High School is a valued member of Unity Education Trust. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to work with other schools as part of Unity Education Trust and will benefit from supportive Governors, Trustees and parents.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Under the direction of the Exams Manager:

1) To provide invigilation duties for Examinations, undertaking duties associated with the set up and supervision of examinations including on-line and paper based testing, as specified by the Awarding Bodies.

2) To assist the Exams Manager with additional duties when requested.

3) To either take full responsibility or work as part of a team, under the direction of the Exams Manager for written examinations, ensuring that all examinations are undertaken in strict accordance with Awarding Body requirements. Strict confidentially is required at all times.

Duties to include:

a) checking that examination stationery and equipment is correct;

b) checking the accommodation booked is suitable and the layout of the room is as specified by the Awarding Bodies, reporting any problems to the Exams Manager;

c) ensuring that all notices are prominently displayed;

d) identification and supervision of candidates in the examination room as specified by the Awarding Bodies;

e) accurate time keeping and completion of relevant documentation during the examination; requiring attention to detail

f) collation of scripts and safe delivery to the Exams Office, ensuring complete confidentially of all papers;

g) setting up of laptops for candidates as required

h) other clerical duties as they arise.

I) To undertake training sessions in order to upgrade specific knowledge as detailed by the Awarding Bodies.

j) To ensure compliance with Health & Safety Regulations.

k) To ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act.

This Job Description sets out the major duties associated with the stated purpose of the post. It is assumed that other duties of a similar level/nature undertaken within the section are not excluded simply because they are not itemised. The duties of the post could vary from time to time as a result of new legislation, changes in technology or policy changes. In this case appropriate training may be given to enable the postholder to undertake this new/varied work.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

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About Northgate High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1160 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Northgate High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/northgate-high-school

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