Exam Invigilator

Greenshaw Learning Trust

Exam Invigilator

£24107

Greenshaw Learning Trust, Plymouth

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 2dd36789dd2d482f9d797bbd00ec02bb

Full Job Description

To conduct examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), Awarding Bodies and the Examinations Team instructions.
To play a "key role in upholding the integrity of the external examination/assessment process.
Exam Responsibilities
Before exams (under instruction), the Exams Invigilator will:

  • Report to and be briefed by the Exams Officer prior to each exam session

  • Keep confidential exam question papers and materials secure before, during and after exams


  • Ensure exam rooms are set up according to the requirements

  • Admit candidates into exam rooms under formal exam conditions

  • Identify candidates and seat candidates according to the required arrangements

  • Distribute the correct question papers and exam materials to candidates

  • Instruct candidates in the conduct of their exams

  • Deal with questions from candidates

  • Start exams


  • During exams, the Exams Invigilator will:
  • Supervise and observe candidates at all times and be vigilant throughout exams

  • Keep disruption in exam rooms to a minimum

  • Deal with emergencies or irregularities effectively

  • Record/report any incidents, disruption or irregularities

  • Deal with candidate questions according to the regulations

  • Patrol through the examination venue throughout the examination in a discreet

  • manner

  • Inform the Senior Invigilator and/or the Exams Officer of any examination

  • irregularities that may be observed during the examination

  • Ensure that examination desks are clear of graffiti

  • Escort students to and from the toilet, if required


  • After exams (under instruction), the Exams Invigilator will:
  • Instruct candidates in finishing their exams and collect exam scripts and exam


  • materials
  • Dismiss candidates from the exam room

  • Check candidates' names on scripts and match the details on the attendance


  • register
  • Securely return all exam scripts and exam materials to the Exams Officer

  • Identify candidates and seat candidates according to the required arrangements

  • Distribute the correct question papers and exam materials to candidates

  • Instruct candidates in the conduct of their exams

  • Deal with questions from candidates

    GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent at least level 4

  • Experience of working with young people in a paid or voluntary setting

  • Ability to relate well to children and adults

  • Ability to work in a team and as an individual

    We are looking for Exam Invigilators at Stoke Damerel Community College and Scott Medial and Healthcare College Campus.

  • This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the campus and further contribute to the life chances of young people in the school and across the Trust.
    Stoke Damerel Community College and Scott Medical and Healthcare College is a vibrant and aspirational community of teachers and learners. We have an excellent teaching and support staff team who demonstrate and encourage a lifelong love of learning, within and beyond our curriculum.
    Our Campus is based in the heart of the city of Plymouth with stunning view of the Plymouth Sound and easy walking distance of the most accessible city waterfront. We encourage all young people to work hard and make them most of the opportunities they are given.
    Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.

  • Professional development and career progression

  • Generous pension scheme

  • An Employee Assistance Programme

  • Gym Discounts

  • Free eye tests

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Green car scheme

  • Being part of a great team and expanding organisation