Job Description

Job Details

We are seeking a reliable and confident Senior Exam Invigilators to oversee the smooth and secure running of external written and online examinations. This is an important role that ensures exams are conducted in strict accordance with Awarding Body regulations and College policies, helping us uphold the highest standards of integrity and fairness..

Duties & Responsibilities

As a Senior/Lead Invigilator, you will:

Take responsibility for the supervision and direction of invigilation staff within the main examination halls. Prepare exam rooms in line with examination board requirements, including setting out desks, distributing papers and stationery, or setting up laptops for online assessments. Deliver official announcements, special instructions and erratum notices to candidates. Check and verify student identification and complete registers, attendance records, late arrival logs and other required documentation. Maintain a calm, alert presence throughout examinations to prevent malpractice and support candidates who may be stressed, unwell or require additional assistance. Clear and collect all examination materials at the end of each session and return them to the Examinations Office. Support additional duties where required, including supervision of small groups during breaks for candidates with exam clashes, and assisting with the checking, sorting or packing of completed scripts.

The right candidate will have:

Essential:

Qualifications

Good standard of general education.

Experience & Knowledge

Ability to work within strict rules and regulations. Capacity to understand and apply Awarding Body Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations. Willingness to take responsibility for groups of examination candidates.

Skills & Attributes

Excellent attention to detail. Confident, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to act with tact and diplomacy. Flexible and able to work effectively under pressure. Highly motivated, proactive and resilient with a positive, enthusiastic approach. Strong team player, able to work collaboratively.

Desirable:

Previous invigilation experience in a school or college setting. Confident speaking to large groups of candidates.

Why choose us?

Our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be selected as finalists for the AoC Beacon awards for effective use of digital Technology in FE. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations, or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail.

What we offer:

A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn Excellent pension provision Annual Staff Awards CPD days - opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching Free onsite parking Staff appreciation days Eye care vouchers Onsite Starbucks & Restaurant Well-being days & activities Electric Vehicle Scheme
Discounted gym membership Hybrid Working available Fully immersive teaching rooms allow simultaneous online teaching at multiple locations Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, 365 days offering legal & financial advice, as well as general support & guidance





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