Buxton & Leek College (Buxton/Leek Campus)
Onsite
This role will be based on site, primarily in the named location.
Please note: applicants already contracted to full-time positions within the University are not permitted to undertake additional contracted hours due to the weekly working time directive.
We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.
The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.
This role is within our Student Records and Exams team, based in The Registry. We are a highly motivated team responsible for assisting with the operation of exams to support our students’ experience.
The main focus of this role is to assist with exam and assessments delivered at our Buxton and Leek campuses.
Previous experience is not required as full training will be provided.
If you are detail-oriented, organised, and enthusiastic about making a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Responsibilities
* To work as part of the Examinations Team to assist in the smooth running of the college’s external examinations, both online and paper-based.
* To ensure the appropriate preparation of the examination room, ensuring the relevant JCQ and/or awarding body notices are displayed, and appropriate regulations are adhered to.
* To admit the candidates to the exam room in a controlled and appropriate manner, check ID and complete attendance lists and seating plans.
* To ensure that only items authorised for the exam are in the candidate’s possession from point of entry to the exam room, ensuring that bags and other personal items are securely stored away from the candidates.
* To distribute question papers, answer booklets and associated materials at the beginning of the exam, and during exams as required.
* To administer online tests in line with appropriate regulations, basic preparation of IT equipment and ensuring smooth running of exams.
* To ensure that any access arrangements, as directed by the Examinations Team, are in place, and to provide support where necessary.
* To ensure that any disturbances or breaches of regulations are dealt with appropriately and reported to the Examinations Team.
* To collect all scripts, question papers and associated materials following the end of the examination, and ensuring all posters, clocks etc. are removed and returned to the exams office.
* To be aware of health and safety procedures and requirements in the event of an emergency.
* To be aware of student safeguarding procedures.
* To undertake any other duties appropriate to the position, as directed by the Examinations Team.
Minimum Requirements
* Maths and English GCSE or equivalent experience
Experience
* Experience of working with young people
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
* Basic computer skills
* Basic administration, organisational and communication skills
* Accuracy and attention to detail
* Flexible approach to work
* Ability to work under pressure, as part of a team or independently
* Reliable and punctual
* Ability to work to predetermined instructions
Additional Benefits
* Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
* Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
* Discounted onsite gym
* Discounted access to Devonshire Spa
* A flexible working environment
* A commitment to personal and professional development
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Pippa Cavoto, Student Records and Examinations Team Leader via p.cavoto@derby.ac.uk
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Derby is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion, regardless of age, disability, trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief (or none), sex and sexual orientation.
How to Apply
You can apply by submitting an online application. If you require any assistance, please contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@derby.ac.uk.
Please note all applications must be submitted online by Midnight GMT on the closing date of the vacancy.
The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.
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