Exam Invigilator - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom - Studio West - Newcastle

Studio West - Newcastle
Studio West - Newcastle
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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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Examination Invigilator (Casual)

Grade:
N3 Point 3

£13.55 per hour

Introduction from the Principal
Dear Applicant

The Northern Leaders Trust, formed in 2014, is a growing, passionate Trust in the North East of England.

Our eyes are firmly fixed on providing the best education possible for young people in our city, our region and nationally.

The Trust's main objectives are encompassed in its vision statement, which is:

Through the provision of high-quality inclusive education, the Trust will support and enable all our learners to believe in themselves, to succeed in life and aspire to be all that they can be.


We are currently looking to expand our team of Examination Invigilators for the coming exam season and beyond to invigilate in Studio West on a casual basis.

We are seeking individuals preferably with previous experience working with children or young people in a supervisory capacity, however previous experience invigilating examinations is not essential as full training will be given.


The role involves supporting the Examinations Officer in the distribution and collection of exam papers, and invigilation of exams ensuring exam regulations are followed by students.


  • The ability to provide effective supervision to students during examinations
  • The ability to ensure that examination regulations are followed at all times
  • Availability to work a minimum of 6 sessions per week as part of a planned rota of invigilation during May, June and other times of the year when exams are running.
  • A commitment to embedding a culture of high expectations and positive behaviour for learning.
If you have the skills, commitment and enthusiasm to succeed in this role, we want to hear from you.

In return we can offer you:

  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Salary sacrifice schemes including Car Sacrifice and cycle to work
  • Free onsite parking
  • Free gym access at Kenton School
Yours sincerely

Mr Knowles
Principal


Casual Examination Job Description

Invigilator Pay Range:
N3 Point 3

Reporting to:
Examinations Officer

Key Accountabilities

  • To assist in the preparation of the examination venue including distribution and collection of exam papers and any necessary equipment.
  • To maintain discipline and supervise the conduct of pupils/students in and around the examination venue, dealing with and reporting any misconduct in accordance with school procedures. Also, to refer to pupils/students whilst they are undertaking senior staff when appropriate.
  • In the absence of teachers take responsibility for starting and accordance with school and examination board finishing examinations for small numbers of pupils. policies and procedures.
  • To escort pupils/students to the designated 'withdrawal room' if deemed to be necessary.
  • To escort pupils to the appropriate seat and check for absences to be followed up.
  • To monitor students during the examination to ensure exam duties which the post regulations are adhered to.
  • To provide additional support to pupils/students who require necessarily exhaustive assistance to complete examination papers.
  • To ensure all scripts and examination stationery are collected and may be required from checked at the end of each examination and to assist the time to time. examinations team in checking off completed scripts in preparation to forwarding to the examinations boards.
  • To return confidential scripts and associated documentation and equipment to the examination secure area.
  • Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young persons the postholder is responsible for, or comes into contact with. Be aware of school policies and other guidance on the safeguarding and promotion of wellbeing of children and young people. Take appropriate action where required.
  • Promote and implement policies and practices that encourage mutual tolerance and respect for diversity in all aspects of employment and service delivery.

Person Specification

Part A:
Application Stage

Requirements:


  • Essential
  • Ability to effectively supervise secondary age students and ensure examination regulations are followed. Knowledge of issues affecting students and young people and strategies to engage them in positive behaviours for learning
  • Effective literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Excellent organisational skills and time management skills.

  • Ability to maintain discipline and supervise conduct during examinations.
  • Flexible, reliable and available for work all year round at short notice.
  • Applicants must be available to work during May and June.
  • Desirable
  • Experience working with secondary school age children/young people in a supervisory capacity.
  • Experience of exam invigilation.

Part B:
Assessment Stage
The following criteria will be further explored at the assessment stage in addition to the criteria above


Essential requirements:

  • Ability to mai
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