Job Title: Exam Scribe
Location: Newham
Salary: £14 per hour
Start Date: Next exam period (April 2025 – July 2025)
Contract Type: Day-to-Day/Long-Term, Full-time/Part-time
Are you an experienced Exam Scribe with a background in supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
GSL Education are offering a rewarding opportunity for a skilled and reliable Exam Scribe to assist students who are unable to write or type independently during their exams in Newham. This is a crucial role in ensuring that students with SEN receive the support they need to demonstrate their knowledge and reach their full potential.
Role Overview:
As an Exam Scribe, you will work closely with students during their exams, transcribing their spoken answers accurately. Your role will be vital in ensuring that each student has a fair opportunity to succeed. You must be able to write at speed, maintain confidentiality and follow examination regulations precisely.
Key Responsibilities of an Exam Scribe:
Assist students by transcribing their dictated answers during exams, maintaining strict compliance with JCQ (Joint Council for Qualifications) regulations.
Provide support to students with SEN, ensuring a fair and stress-free exam experience.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism throughout the exam process.
Follow exam board guidelines and instructions given by the exam invigilator.
Ensure written responses are clear, legible and accurately reflect the student’s verbal answers.
Requirements of the Exam Scribe:
Previous experience/training as an Exam Scribe (essential).
Experience working with students with SEN, particularly those with physical disabilities, Dyslexia, or other learning difficulties.
Excellent written English skills, with strong spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Ability to write quickly and accurately under exam conditions.
Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
What does GSL Education Offer?
Competitive hourly rate of £14, reflecting your skills and experience.
Opportunity to support students in achieving academic success during a crucial period.
Work within a well-organised and professional exam environment.
Dedicated support from GSL Education consultants throughout the placement.
If you have the experience, accuracy and professionalism required for this role, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become an Exam Scribe in Newham and make a meaningful impact on students' academic journeys.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Exam Scribe’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch