Exam Invigilator
The Barlow RC High School & Specialist Science College
Didsbury, Manchester
- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Temporary
- Apply by:
- 30 January 2018
Job overview
The Board of Governors of this leading Catholic High School are looking to expand its pool of casual Invigilators for examinations
The school is located in Didsbury, (often voted as one of the most popular places to live in Manchester) only a short walk from the vibrant shops, bars and restaurants of Didsbury village. You will also have access to excellent transport links to Manchester city centre and surrounding areas.
The invigilator’s role is to ensure that examinations run smoothly in line with current rules and regulations set out by the examination board. Duties will include distributing and collecting examination papers, reading out instructions to students, starting and finishing exams, and monitoring students within the main examination hall or on a one to one basis. You may also be asked to act as a “reader” (reading examination papers to the student) or a “scribe” (writing answers for students) for those students with access arrangements in line with the current examination board rules and regulations.
This is a flexible role with varying hours and you will be expected to be available during the main examination periods throughout the year. (February/March/May/June, November).
No previous experience is necessary as full training will be provided.
You should:
• Be punctual, reliable and flexible
• Have good literacy and numeracy skills
• Be able to form good relationships with students/staff
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Be able to keep calm under pressure or during unexpected circumstances
• Be able to follow instructions
• Be able to work both as part of a team and independently
If this sounds like the job for you then come and join us. Please visit our website http://www.thebarlowrchigh.co.uk for an application pack. Completed applications should be returned to hr@thebarlowrchigh.co.uk quoting the post title, reference and your name in the subject line of the email. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Closing date: Tuesday 30th January 2018 Interview date: Monday 05th February 2018 Our School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share their commitment. An enhanced DBS is required for all successful applicants.
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About The Barlow RC High School & Specialist Science College
- The Barlow RC High School & Specialist Science College
- Parrs Wood Road, East Didsbury, Manchester
- Lancashire
- M20 6BX
- United Kingdom
Introduction
The Barlow RC High School is a leading Catholic High School in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Salford.
We are a school that embraces Christian values, fosters academic excellence, delivers a broad, balanced, challenging, knowledge-rich curriculum and ensures the highest quality of teaching and learning.
As a Catholic school, The Barlow has a distinct ethos which is centred on the teachings of Jesus. We believe that each person is made in the image and likeness of God and we aim to develop pupils' gifts and talents so that they reach their full potential.
The Barlow promotes excellence for young people in Manchester and the surrounding areas. We are a diverse and inclusive community and as such, we welcome pupils of all faiths and those without. Our community is built on outstanding relationships. Our school motto is ‘Rise up, take courage and do it.’ We believe it is more important than ever in today’s society for our pupils to show courage, embrace challenges head on, pursue their dreams and make a difference in society.
The Barlow fosters academic excellence, delivering a broad, balanced, challenging, knowledge-rich curriculum and ensures high-quality teaching and learning. We have an experienced, highly skilled, and committed teaching staff, who have high expectations and aspirations and provide an excellent learning environment for all pupils - regardless of their prior attainment. Learning at The Barlow goes beyond the classroom, with a plethora of co-curricular activities designed to create opportunities and widen pupils’ horizons.
The Barlow is a school where pupils feel safe, happy and valued. We pride ourselves on our relentless drive to ensure that all pupils flourish; and grow into well-rounded, respectful, confident, successful, young people. This is built on high-quality pastoral care and guidance, as well as the close partnership we form with parents and carers, to ensure the best possible education for all our pupils. We instil in our pupils the importance of fairness, in which, individual dignity is upheld and respected. We nurture pupils to be proud of promoting our core values of serve, pray, achieve and respect.
Ofsted rated 'GOOD' June 2024
GOLD Wellbeing Award September 2024
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