Exam Invigilator

job description

We are looking for a focused and reliable individual to join our team as an Exam Support Assistant, ensuring the integrity and smooth execution of all external examinations. Your primary objective will be to provide direct support to students and maintain a professional testing environment that adheres to national standards. This role is essential in helping our students demonstrate their full potential during critical assessment periods by removing barriers and maintaining a structured, calm atmosphere.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Experience

Essential Criteria

• Experience of working in an education establishment

• Experience as a reader or scribe

How Identified: Application/ Interview

Specialist Knowledge

Essential Criteria

• An understanding of the examination process

How Identified: Application/ Interview

Key Responsibilities

• To read and scribe for students during their external examinations when required

• To attend any training relevant to reading and scribing where available

• To assist with setting up exam venues by distributing exam stationery and papers in accordance with the Joint Council guidelines

• To ensure silence is maintained throughout the duration of the examinations

• To check attendance during examinations and record on the relevant document

• Collect exam scripts at the end of the examination and return to the Exams Department

• Ensure continuous development and improvement of professional knowledge

• Any other duties, of a similar level of responsibility, as may be required.

About the Role

In this position, you will act as a crucial link in our academic operations, taking responsibility for the logistics and accessibility of the exam hall. You will be tasked with the accurate distribution and collection of materials according to Joint Council regulations, while also providing high-quality reading and scribing services to students with specific access requirements. This role demands excellent attention to detail, a commitment to professional development, and the ability to command authority to ensure total silence is maintained throughout each session. If you are an experienced education professional who understands the gravity of the examination process, we invite you to contribute to our school’s high standards of excellence.