Examination Invigilator Jobs available in Cornwall

Kernow Ed Ltd is one of the recommended agencies for supporting schools at examination time we are seeking for invigilators for work from March - May 2015

We are seeking skilled people who have had experience of working in schools and with young people or have a strong administration background. We will Offer in return

• Good competitive hourly rates of pay
• Full training, following the JCQ ICE regulations
• Flexible working hours
• We will complete all the necessary vetting checks and complete a DBS Check
• We are seeking

   

• Invigilators
• Scribers
• Readers
• Invigilation Leaders.
• If you have no examination experience please still apply as training is given. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is retired, looking for additional hours, graduates looking to fill spare time.

   

  An Examinations Invigilator will be required to undertake various duties associated with all the different types of examinations the school runs at all levels and of varying durations. This will primarily involve supervision of candidates for GCE, PreU, GCSE and IGCSE public Examinations taking place May and June each year and internal examinations (mocks) January and June.

   

• Types of Invigilation required include:
• One of a team of invigilators in a large venue, with one or more Lead Invigilator in charge of up to 320 candidates. Ratio of 1:30 candidates.
• Supporting a Lead Invigilator in a separate room for students requiring specific access arrangements.
• Supporting Word Processing examinations in a dedicated computer room.
• As a 1:1 invigilator for a candidate requiring individual supervision, possibly at very short notice as needs dictate.
• As an invigilator of a candidate with a scribe or reader. As an integral part of the effective running and delivery of these examinations, an Examinations Invigilator will be required to:
• Arrive promptly at least three quarters before the start of an examination session.
• Be conversant with the JCQ and independent Awarding Body rules and regulations and the procedures as documented in the Examinations Invigilator Handbook.
• Be familiar with the School’s fire and evacuation procedures.
• Be familiar with all examination policies and procedures.
• Maintain a calm and reassuring presence and be sympathetic to the needs of the students.
• Take instruction from the Examinations officer and/or lead Invigilator as to the duties allocated to you during the examination session.
• Notify the Lead Invigilator if a candidate raises a concern or problem regarding the examination paper or if you have any concerns over candidate behaviour, malpractice or any other issue.
• Provide a written report in the event of an incident and attend regular update/examination meetings during the academic year.
• Essential Skills
• Good organisational skills.
• Good communication and inter-personal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• A willingness to work as part of a team and follow instructions, but also to work on own initiative when required.
• A willingness to undertake additional tasks such as supervision or students during a rest or comfort break.
• A sense of responsibility.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and remain vigilant for long periods of time.
• Ability to remain calm under sometimes stressful conditions.
• Absolute confidentiality.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the principles of equality and diversity
• Demonstrate a commitment to the safeguarding of children.
• If you feel you have the experience or the skills and are seeking flexible working hours please email your CV through our website

   

  We are seeking invigilators in all areas of Cornwall including Camborne & Redruth Truro Newquay North Cornwall Liskeard St Austell Falmouth & Penryn Helston Mullion St Ives Penzance

   

  Kernow Education will shortlist at the end of March and training is being held in soon after.

   

  All Candidates will undergo the necessary vetting process in line with the Dfe requirements which includes reference checking and completion an enhanced DBS