Exam Invigilator

Maida Vale School values creativity, problem-solving, and curiosity in both the classroom and beyond. We strive for innovation and promote warmth and friendliness while encouraging high aspirations: our pupils aim high and achieve well. MVS, in its fourth year, is growing and continues to establish its reputation as a positive, progressive, kind, and tolerant academically selective school.

We are now looking to appoint Examination Invigilators for our second ever round of GCSE examinations. For the right candidate, we would consider flexibility around the position being fulfilled on a full-time or part-time basis.

The school operates its own pay scales and will offer up to £13.50 per hour on a zero-hour contract, which includes statutory annual leave.

LINE MANAGER: Examinations Officer

Experience

Experience is not required, as training will be provided, although applicants will be asked to declare if they have invigilated previously and whether they have any current maladministration/malpractice sanctions applied to them.

An ideal candidate will:

• Be flexible.
• Have effective communication skills.
• Be confident and a reassuring presence to candidates in examination rooms.

Key Responsibilities:

• To conduct examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).
• To play a key role in upholding the integrity of the examination/assessment process.

Key Tasks

Before Examinations:

• To report to and be briefed by the Examinations Officer prior to each exam session.
• To keep confidential examination papers and materials secure before, during and after exams.
• To ensure examination rooms are set out according to the instructions.
• To admit candidates into examination rooms.
• To identify, seat, and instruct candidates in the conduct of their examinations.
• To distribute the correct examination papers and materials to candidates.
• To deal with candidate queries.

During Examinations:

• To always supervise and observe candidates and be vigilant throughout examinations.
• To keep disruption in examination rooms to a minimum.
• To deal with emergencies or irregularities effectively.
• To record/report any incidents, disruption, or irregularities.
• To complete attendance registers.
• To deal with candidate questions according to the regulations.

After Examinations:

• To instruct candidates in finishing their examinations and to collect examination scripts.
• To dismiss candidates from the examination room.
• To check candidates’ names on scripts match the details on the attendance register.
• To securely return all examination scripts and examination materials to the Examinations Office.

Other:

• To attend training, update or review sessions as required.
• To undertake, where required and where able, other duties requested by the Examinations Officer, for example, supervision of clash candidates between examination sessions.
• To facilitate access arrangements for candidates, for example, as a reader, scribe etc. (full training will be provided).
• Other examinations-related administrative tasks.

Other considerations:

• At all times, work within the framework provided by the School's Policy statements to fulfil the aims and objectives of Maida Vale School and in particular, regarding safeguarding of children.
• Co-operate with Maida Vale School in all matters concerning Health and Safety and specifically to take reasonable care of your own Health and Safety and that of others who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work.
• To undertake other such duties that may from time to time be reasonably assigned by the Head, or Examinations Officer.
• To carry out the role outlined in this job description to the highest level.

The above statement of Responsibilities is agreed to be an accurate job description and should be seen as enabling rather than restrictive and will be subject to regular review.

The duties outlined in this job description are in addition to those covered by the latest Support Staff Contract. It may be modified by the Head, with your agreement, to reflect or anticipate changes in the job. 

Appointments

All appointments are made in accordance with our equal opportunities policy and applicants should let us know of any special needs they may have. Maida Vale School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.

Applications must be made on the School’s Application Form, which may be downloaded below or obtained via the school website: https://www.maidavaleschool.com/about-us/join-our-team

Please submit a completed application form together with supporting letter of application and details of two referees. One referee should be from your current or most recent employer. References will be taken prior to interview. You must provide original documents as proof of identity at interview.

Completed applications should be emailed to recruitment@maidavaleschool.com or posted to Mr Magnus Bashaarat, Headmaster, Maida Vale School, 18 Saltram Crescent, London, W9 3HR.

Closing date: Final deadline is 12th April 2024. However, suitable applicants will be contacted on a rolling basis and invited to attend an interview either on receipt of an application or after the closing date.