Examination Invigilator
| Posting date: | 02 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 17 October 2025 |
| Location: | Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 6PZ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | a413c7b6-ebd1-484f-959a-2e8614703183 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
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
• To be aware and considerate of candidate exam access arrangements
• To attend in-person training annually
• To complete online training in line with JCQ regulations
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 everyonewithin 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.
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
• To be aware and considerate of candidate exam access arrangements
• To attend in-person training annually
• To complete online training in line with JCQ regulations
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 everyonewithin 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.