Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilator

Responsible to: DP/CP Coordinator and GCSE Coordinator

Hours of Work: Various hours available, primarily between January (Mock exams) to June. Temporary

The Role : Exam Invigilators work as a team, supervised by the Diploma Programme Coordinator and the GCSE Coordinator. Invigilators facilitate the examination process ensuring exams are carried out in accordance with school and exam board regulations and procedures. Invigilators help start the exams, monitor students throughout and record breaches of exam regulations. Training will be provided to carry out this role.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential

• An understanding of the key issues involved in exam invigilation

• Awareness of disability issues and people who require additional support

• Experience of exam invigilation and/or experience of working in an educational environment

• Administrative or secretarial experience

• A good general education

• A confident, professional approach to work, with an emphasis on flexibility, reliability and attention to detail

• Ability to demonstrate IT skills, specifically Microsoft Office and accessing online systems

• Excellent communication and reporting skills, with the ability to deliver instructions and information clearly, both

verbally and in writing

• Ability to use initiative, reacting calmly to unexpected or stressful situations, and resolving issues within the framework of university regulations and processes.

• Ability to demonstrate excellent observational skills and to remain focussed for long periods while patrolling large exam venues for 1-4 hours

• Ability to follow regulations, work effectively within defined procedures and to strict timeframes

• Ability to demonstrate organisational skills, especially when faced with competing priorities

• Prior work experience with the ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake duties associated with the role of exam invigilator

`Desirable

• An understanding of the key issues involved in exam invigilation

• Awareness of disability issues and people who require additional support

• Experience of exam invigilation and/or experience of working in an educational environment

• Administrative or secretarial experience

St Leonards is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, where all members of the community - colleagues, pupils and families - are seen and valued. This culture ensures that St Leonards delivers an outstanding global education in a multicultural living, learning and working environment.

Closing time and date for applications is Noon on Wednesday 11 December 2024.

Early applications are encouraged as St Leonards reserves the right to interview and close the post early.

Any questions may be directed to People & Development at recruitment@stleonards-fife.org in the first instance.

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a Criminal Record check and either hold or be accepted for membership of the Disclosure Scotland Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.