Winchester College - Exam Invigilator

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Winchester College
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Summary

Winchester College is looking for Exam Invigilators to support the Examinations Officer with the day-to-day operation of the Examination venues.

Detail

PART I: ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE EXAM INVIGILATOR

Key Responsibilities

The following summary of duties is not an exhaustive list, but is intended to help the successful applicant in their understanding of the breadth of responsibilities expected. These include:

Assisting with setting up the examination room by laying out stationery, equipment and examination papers in accordance with strict procedures;
Assisting candidates prior to the start of examinations by directing them to their seats and advising them about the examination room regulations;
Ensuring that candidates do not talk once inside the examination room;
Maintaining the integrity of the exams;
Invigilation during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with examination irregularities, if they occur, in accordance with strict procedure;
Accompanying candidates outside the exam venue when they take rest breaks;
Checking the attendance register;
Recording details of late arrivals;
As required, escorting candidates to and from venues during the examinations and supervising candidates whilst outside the venues;
Collecting and collating scripts at the end of the examination in accordance with strict procedures;
Helping to print out typed exam scripts for candidates who have the use of a WP as their access arrangement;
Supervising candidates leaving the examination rooms, ensuring that candidates do not remove stationery or equipment from the room and ensuring that candidates leave in an orderly and quiet manner; and
Help with isolation when candidates have exam clashes.
To assist the Examinations Officer with other examination processes. This may include:
Assisting with the counting of examination papers, stationery, equipment prior to the examinations and delivery to and from examination rooms;
Delivering laptops to exam venues and packing away after the exam;
Assisting with preparation of seating plans and access arrangements.

PART II: PERSON SPECIFICATION AND KEY QUALITIES

Essential criteria for the Exam Invigilator position

Effective oral and written skills;
Numeracy skills;
Accuracy and attention to detail and strict time keeping;
Flexible approach to work;
Ability to build effective relationships with both teachers and candidates;
Ability to work under pressure and scrutiny;
Ability to work to tight deadlines;
Ability to work well in a team; and
A commitment to promoting and embedding an inclusive culture, with equality of opportunity for all.

Desirable criteria for the Exam Invigilator position

Experience of working or studying in higher education; and
An understanding of exam processes.

PART III: BENEFITS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND APPLICATION

Hours of Work

Exam Invigilators hours of work will vary according to the exams timetable. The role is for part time 10 weeks (when exams are running). It may be necessary to work out of these normal hours.

Salary

Exam Invigilators will be paid only for hours worked. The current rate of pay is £12.01 per hour excluding holiday pay. Exam Invigilators are required to complete a timesheet for all hours worked. Salaries are paid monthly to a nominated bank account that must be in the name of the post-holder.

For full job description please see here: Winchester College | Exam Invigilator

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply through the College Website: Winchester College | Exam Invigilator | Application

Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes.

Closing date for applications: Noon on Wednesday 22nd January 2025.

Full details about the school may be found at www.winchestercollege.org .

Those wishing for an informal conversation about this role are invited to contact Pippa Fordham, Exams Officer, pf@wincoll.ac.uk .