Job Description

Salary

13.01ph

Contractual hours

0

Job type

Support Staff - Other

Location

Coleford

Job category

Exam Invigilator

Date posted

04/08/2025

Job reference

GST-R1365



Thank you for the interest you have shown in working at Five Acres High School.

We have an exciting opportunity for

Exam Invigilators

to join us and become an integral member of the support team.This is a school that will give you an opportunity to demonstrate you are remarkable.

Five Acres High School is one of the top 3.5% of schools nationally for progress and recently rated 'Good' by OFSTED Our world class school quality mark and school of character kitemark plus show this. This is a school that will give you an opportunity to demonstrate you are remarkable. Our values are ambition, confidence, creativity, determination and respect and we pride ourselves on ensuring students work towards our mission which is to encourage students to 'Aim High, Work Hard and Be Kind'.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To conduct examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), awarding body and [Five Acres High School] regulations and requirements.

Before examinations

Report to and be briefed by the exams officer prior to each exam session 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

During examinations

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

After examinations

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

Other tasks

Undertake training, update and review sessions as required (prior to invigilating any external examination in a new academic year) Undertake relevant online invigilator training and assessment, centre-specific training/updates for that academic year Undertake, where required and where able, other duties requested by the exams officer, for example: + centre supervision of examination timetable clash candidates between examination sessions
+ facilitating access arrangements for candidates, for example as a reader, scribe etc. (full
+ training will be provided)
+ other exams-related administrative tasks including maintaining question paper security by
+ supporting the 'second pair of eyes check'

Other examination processes, this may include;

Assisting with the packing of examination papers, stationery and equipment prior to the examinations and the delivery to and from venues as appropriate.

You will need:

A minimum of 5 GCSE's (or equivalent) including Maths and English. Effective oral communication skills in English Effective writing skills in English Ability to think quickly Good behaviour management Possess strong interpersonal skills Ability and willingness upon occasion to carry out some manual lifting of examination stationary An understanding of examination processes Ability to work as part of a team Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Ability to relate to staff and students Commitment to working within the School's Safeguarding Policy and Procedures Commitment to high standards and expectations High levels of professional integrity, energy and enthusiasm Flexibility to undertake any role required by the Examinations Officer

What's in it for you:

Professional development and career progression

Generous pension scheme An Employee Assistance Programme Gym Discounts Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme Green car scheme Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is

Sunday 7 September 2025

.

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.