Hutchesons' Grammar School - SQA Exam Invigilator

Scotland
Hutchesons' Grammar School
Temporary

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of SQA Exam Invigilator.

Detail

We are currently recruiting for Invigilators for the SQA 2025 diet of exams from Monday, 28 April-Friday, 30 May.

Invigilators play a crucial role in supporting the exam diet. Their role is to help maintain the quality of the external assessments of National Qualifications by ensuring they are conducted in accordance with SQA policy and procedure.

All invigilation activities are carried out under the direction of a Chief Invigilator (CI).

Full training is provided, and no prior experience is required. You will also be supported by your Chief Invigilator throughout.

Outline of Duties

· Attend an Invigilator training session prior to the examination cycle.

· Support the CI with the secure storage and management of external assessments during the examination cycle, ensuring compliance with SQA security requirements.

· Carry out invigilation duties as requested by the CI and ensure that external assessments, including those for Assessment Arrangements candidates, are conducted in accordance with SQA policy and procedures.

· Assist with the collation of candidates’ external assessment material on completion of the external assessment.

· Report any irregularities in the conduct of an external assessment or concerning matters arising during the course of an external assessment, to the CI.

· Accurately record sessions worked throughout the examination period and submit claims to the CI for authorisation.

The successful candidates must:

· have internet access, basic IT skills and a personal email address

· be suitable to work within an education environment

· be physically able to undertake the duties of the role

· not be an employee of the centre or associated with the centre

· live within easy reach of the centre - in rural areas this should be no more than 5 miles from the School.

be available for the full duration of the exam dates

Any exceptions to these requirements must be approved in advance by SQA.

Please note that this role requires PVG registration, and no contracts will be confirmed until registration is approved.