Exam Invigilator
Listed on 2026-09-13
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Education / Teaching
Exam Invigilator / Test Proctor, Education Administration
- Adhere to the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) Instructions for conducting examinations - ICE Book at all times.
- Keep confidential exam question papers and materials secure before, during and after exams
- Ensure exam rooms are set up according to the requirements
- Admit candidates into exam rooms under formal examination conditions
- Give full attention to conducting the examinations properly
- Identify candidates and seat candidates according to the required arrangements
- Distribute the correct question papers and exam materials to candidates
- Instruct candidates in the conduct of their exams
- Deal with candidate questions
- Start exams
- Supervise and observe candidates at all times and be vigilant throughout
- Keep disruption in examination rooms to a minimum
- Deal with emergencies or irregularities effectively
- Record/report any incidents, disruption or irregularities
- Complete attendance registers
- Deal with candidate questions according to the regulations
- Instruct candidates in finishing their examinations and collect examination scripts and materials
- Dismiss candidates from the examination room
- Check candidates' names on scripts, match the details on the attendance register
- Securely return all examination scripts, question papers and materials to the exams officer
- Undertake annual training as required
We are looking to recruit flexible, dedicated and enthusiastic invigilators to join our team during busy exam periods.
The busy exam periods are during October/November, January/February and April-June. Working hours are variable depending on the school's requirements but dates and hours are negotiable. The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working with young people in an educational setting, have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work independently and as part of a team. IT competency would also be an advantage.
However previous experience is not essential as training will be provided. Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service
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