What skills and experience we're looking for
Your opportunity
We are recruiting for dedicated Examination Invigilators who will be employed on a casual basis to supervise students taking both internal and external examinations throughout the year.
This is a flexible, casual position and we are interested in hearing from all candidates seeking flexible work.
Examinations take place in the morning or afternoons, allowing for flexible working patterns.
About Merstham Park
At Merstham Park, our ethos is simple - igniting a passion for learning. We are proud to be a values driven school which encourages its staff and students to embrace these values in all that they do. This approach provides everyone with the opportunity to exceed beyond their potential.
As a growing school we are excited and proud of our state of the art facilities which we opened in September 2022. Our brand new home is tailored to enable our staff and students to develop unique skill sets in a truly first-class educational setting through the creation of inviting and interactive learning environments.
As the school grows the career progression for our staff is endless. We will be looking to enhance the opportunities for everyone to grow in their roles, whether that is through individual CPD or through additional responsibilities.
Our team of passionate staff are committed to providing children with the very best educational experience. We recognise the importance of academic success whilst embracing our wider role in preparing students for their adult life beyond the formal examined curriculum.
To review the Job Description and Personal Specification for this role please download the attached Recruitment Pack.
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate will:
• Be fair and firm, but friendly and approachable in dealing with students
• Have the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Be proactive
• Have the ability to respond appropriately to emerging situations
• Be reliable and punctual
• Have a calm and positive attitude
• Have a keen eye for detail
• Have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
What the school offers its staff
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our School Support Team.
• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
Our Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
• Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model
The Details
Start Date: ASAP / Subject to examination timetable.
Closing Date: 17 March 2025, 9am
Hourly rate: £12.65 per hour + 12.07% holiday pay
Hours of work: Casual
Interview date: TBA
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.