Examinations Invigilator

at  Eton College

Salary
£13.92 per hour
Job Reference
eton/TP/21163/1182
Contract Type
Term Time, Part Time
Closing Date
24 January, 2025
Job Category
Operations
Business Unit
Examinations Office
Location
Eton College, United Kingdom
Posted on
10 January, 2025

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.
If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on recruitment@etoncollege.org.uk so we can make adjustments accordingly.

ROLE INTRODUCTION

Working with the Examinations Officer and Examinations Coordinator, and the invigilation team, to ensure the correct procedures and regulations are followed, to always ensure the integrity of the exam, and to provide conditions under which all candidates can demonstrate their abilities fully and fairly.
Work as a Lead Examinations Invigilator may be available to those with suitable experience or skills.
Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

MAIN DUTIES

• Attend regular training sessions for examination invigilators, both face to face and online;
• Be familiar with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) and Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) regulations for examinations, and the Eton invigilation handbook;
• Follow instructions given by the Examinations Officer or Examinations Coordinator;
• Assist with the preparation of the examination rooms ensuring that all awarding body requirements are met;
• Opening and distributing examinations papers;
• Invigilators must confirm the confidentiality and security requirements surrounding the invigilation process are known, understood, and always followed. Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality;
• Assist with students entering the examination room, ensuring that candidates are seated correctly.
• Ensuring correct procedures and regulations are followed by all students for the duration of the examination;
• Reporting any irregularities and queries to the lead invigilator immediately;
• Assist in finishing the examination, collecting papers, and dismissing students at the end of the examination;
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to examinations;
• Supervising groups of candidates between examinations, when necessary, due to a clash of examinations;
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the role as may be required;
• Commitment and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion;
• All positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’ as per the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 guidance, therefore a good understanding of safeguarding procedures is essential;
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including but not limited to, completing safeguarding training as required, and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood;
• Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.

To be successful in this role, the incumbent should be able to demonstrate the following:

• Experience of invigilation would be advantageous but not compulsory as training will be provided;
• Have good administrative skills and experience;
• Have a basic level of computer literacy;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to liaise with a wide variety of people;
• Be reliable, flexible, and have good availability during main examination period;
• Demonstrate good attention to detail;
• Work well as part of a team

This role may also be of interest if you are:

• Confident, and able to provide a reassuring presence to candidates in examination rooms;
• Able to remain calm under pressure;
• Committed to set high standards in the role, and to gain a rigorous understanding of the examination regulations