Main responsibilities of the post

Purpose

To conduct examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), awarding body and St James’ Catholic High School regulations and instructions. To have a key role in upholding the integrity and security of the examination/assessment process. A professional appearance at all examinations is required. Invigilators are required throughout the year for internal and external examinations, with the busiest time being the summer term. The role requires good communication skills, the ability to work calmly under pressure and to deal with any problems Effectively and promptly. Flexibility, reliability and an eye for detail are essential, as is the ability to communicate in clear, spoken English.

Key Responsibilities

To conduct examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), awarding body and St James’ Catholic High School regulations and instructions. To have a key role in upholding the integrity and security of the examination/assessment process
To prepare and assist the Examinations Officer with the preparation of the examination hall and other examination rooms
To ensure that candidates are aware they are under examination conditions
To assist with candidate entry into the room, check ID, set the tone and ensure students enter quietly and efficiently
To ensure that late candidates are briefed, seated and allowed to partake in the examination with minimum disruption
To open and distribute papers and other authorised materials to candidates
To ensure that candidates have correct papers
To read out erratum notices when necessary
To notify candidates of the start and finish times of the examination
To record start and finish times of the examinations
To be vigilant at all times during the examinations
To collect all scripts and associated materials at the end of each examination and ensure that there are no missing scripts
To supervise candidates in quiet and unobtrusive manner, respond to candidate queries in accordance with examination regulations and distribute additional paper/ equipment as required
To log all incidents during exams
To record and notify the Lead Invigilator/Examinations Officer of incidents of malpractice in line with school policy
To supervise candidates held in centre supervision before or after examinations
To check registers against scripts and collate scripts in attendance register order
To undertake any other duties commensurate with the status of the post, as deemed necessary by the Examination Officer

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. This job description will be reviewed annually and may be subject to amendment or modification at any time after consultation with the post holder. It is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks, but sets out the main expectations of the school in relation to the post holder’s professional responsibilities and duties.

The post holder will be expected to comply with all reasonable requests from the Headteacher to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in their job description. This post is subject to Enhanced DBS disclosure and basic online checks

What the school offers its staff

St James’ Catholic High School aims to ensure everyone within our school family achieves their full potential, to encourage learning and development through faith, and to strive for excellence

Commitment to safeguarding

St James’ Catholic High School is an equal opportunity employer which is “Positive about Disabled People”. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently under-represented in the workforce, who meet the person specification for the post

St James’ Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form, and once completed send to headteacherpa@stjamescheadle.co.uk

CVs are not accepted.

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