Exam Invigilator The key aim of this role is to provide an efficient invigilation service in order to provide the best conditions possible for candidates and to prevent any breach of the rules under which examinations are conducted.The main examination period takes place between mid-May and the last week of June. The main duties would include:
To work under the direction of the Exams Officer and, in conjunction with fellow invigilators, ensure an alert and comprehensive supervision of candidates.
Assisting with setting up examination venues by laying out stationery, equipment and examination papers in strict accordance with agreed procedures.
Assisting candidates prior to the start of examinations by directing them to their seats, advising them about possessions permitted in examination venues and ensuring that they do not talk inside examination venues.
Invigilating during examinations by unobtrusive patrolling around the examination room, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with examination irregularities in strict accordance with agreed procedures.
Completing attendance registers neatly during examinations.
To report immediately to the examinations team any instances of malpractice or suspected cheating or any other improper behaviour.
Escorting candidates from venues during the examinations as required. Supervising candidates whilst outside examination venues, for example, whilst in ‘quarantine’ due to examination timetable clashes.
Collecting and collating scripts at the end of the examination in strict accordance with agreed procedures.
Supervising candidates leaving examination venues, ensuring that candidates do not remove equipment or stationery from the venue without authorisation and ensuring that candidates leave venues in an orderly and quiet manner.
To work in the bag storage room, as necessary (this will involve some lifting).
To undertake any necessary training and professional development relevant to the post.
To ensure the application of the College’s policies and procedures with regard to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of young people.To operate within all relevant College policies including Health and Safety.
To follow the College’s administrative procedures.
To undertake such other duties, as may be reasonably required by the Line Manager, Examinations Department or the Head of College or members of Leadership Team acting on the Head of College’s beWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, therefore, all posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and online search.