Invigilator / Chief Invigilator, Island School at ESF Career Site-External

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Feb, 26

Salary

209.0

Posted On

05 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Interpersonal Skills, Team Player, Time Management, Proactive Attitude, Leadership Skills, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Calm Under Pressure, Multi-tasking Ability, Written English Proficiency, Spoken English Proficiency, Experience With Students, Exam Regulations Knowledge, Problem Solving, Independence

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Island School is seeking to appoint confident and reliable Invigilators to join our team in order to ensure the effective running of internal/external examinations. Experienced candidates will be considered to be appointed to the Chief Invigilator position. Key Responsibilities Invigilators: Running of Exam Sessions Invigilating the examinations. Checking and putting in candidate order the completed scripts, completing the attendance register, final check and packing/sealing envelopes in the exam room with the Examinations Manager. Returning all sealed and packed examination scripts to the exam office for dispatch to the examination board(s). Additional Responsibilities for Chief Invigilators: Oversee the setup and administration of internal/external exams. Ensure compliance with exam regulations and guidelines. Lead and coordinate a team of invigilators. Monitor students during exams to prevent cheating and ensure a fair testing environment. Handle any issues or emergencies that arise during the exams. Collect and secure exam papers and materials. Provide clear instructions to students before, during, and after exams. Report any incidents or irregularities to the Examination Manager. Assist in inspection activities to ensure exam integrity and compliance. Invigilators and Chief Invigilators are to carry out all reasonable tasks that are required by the Examination Manager. Rate of pay and hours of work Invigilators are paid hourly at $139 per hour with a minimum of three hours work for each working day. The hourly rate is $278 on weekends and public holidays. Chief invigilators are paid hourly at $209 per hour with a minimum of three hours work for each working day. The hourly rate is $418 on weekends and public holidays. Although this is an hourly paid position a strong commitment to the role is required. Working hours may vary, mainly during school hours on weekdays. You are expected to work during the months of December, January, February and March and must be available during term time from May to June for the summer examination series. Location of work Currently, our new world-class campus is situated in Central which can be reached by Minibus no.9 in Central MTR Station. Requirements Good command of written and spoken English. Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail. Independence, competency to work under pressure. Team player. Multi-tasking ability. An interest in working with students. Have a proactive working attitude, punctual at work and result orientated. Good time management skills. Additional Requirement for Chief Invigilator At least 3 years of experience as an invigilator for international exam boards. Knowledge of IB and GCSE exam regulations is preferred. Strong organisational and leadership skills. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to remain calm under pressure. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Good command of written and spoken English, and Chinese is a distinct advantage Multi-tasking ability. Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong. For enquiries, please contact Hilary Hu at +852 2524 7135 or school@online.island.edu.hk Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF. ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request. ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international background checks as appropriate), assessment of social media presence, and positive references. In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. supportstaff SupportStaffFinAcAd

Responsibilities

Invigilators are responsible for running exam sessions, invigilating examinations, and ensuring the proper handling of completed scripts. Chief Invigilators oversee the setup and administration of exams, lead a team of invigilators, and ensure compliance with exam regulations.