Exam Invigilators

We are looking for a team of Exam Invigilators to ensure the fair and proper conduct of examinations in an environment that enables a student to perform at their best.

The Exam Invigilators will be required to support the Exams Officer with the day-to-day operation of examination venues. This activity may include:

·        Assisting with setting up examination venues by laying out stationery, equipment and examination papers in accordance with strict procedures;

·        Closely following and enforcing exam procedures and regulations;

·        Assisting candidates prior to the start of examinations by directing them to their seats and advising them about possessions permitted in examination venues;

·        Ensuring that candidates do not talk once inside examination venues;

·        Invigilating during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and reporting any examination irregularities to the Lead Invigilator in accordance with procedures;

·        Checking attendance during examinations;

·        Recording details of late arrivals and early leavers and collecting scripts from early leavers;

·        Escorting candidates from venues during the examination as required and supervising candidates whilst outside examination venues;

·        Escorting candidates on toilet breaks ensuring no unauthorised material is consulted and that examination regulations are observed at all times;

·        Collecting, collating and delivering scripts at the end of the examination in accordance with strict procedures;

·        Supervising candidates leaving examination venues, ensuring that candidates do not remove equipment or stationery from the venue without authorisation and ensuring that candidates leave venues in an orderly and quiet manner.

·        Assisting with the packing of examination papers, stationery (sometimes heavy) and equipment prior to the examinations and the delivery to and from venues as appropriate;

·        Occasionally there may be a requirement to move desks in classrooms.

·        Reading and/or scribing (writing or typing) for students with special exam arrangements, (after appropriate training).

·        Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person

·        Be aware of and support difference and ensure students have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop

·        Contribute to the overall ethos / work / aims of the school

·        Appreciate and support the role of other professionals

·        Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required

·        Responsible for Health & Safety management in own area

·        Ensure the effective implementation of school policies with particular regard to safeguarding

·        Carry out other duties that may reasonably be required by the Exams Officer

This job description is not exclusive or exhaustive. Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties, tasks and responsibilities for the post, each individual task undertaken has not been identified. The post holder may be required to undertake duties that are broadly in line with the above responsibilities.

Lewes Old Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and sign a self-disclosure form.

Lewes Old Grammar School is an independent co-educational day school located in the historic county town of Lewes, educating children from 3 to 18 years old. The School encompasses traditional values combined with a forward approach to the education of young people, and it is proud of the family ethos and community it engenders. First established in 1512, Lewes Old Grammar School combines high educational standards and small classes in a caring, well- mannered environment together with economic fee levels. There is an extensive program of extra-curricular activities running on Friday afternoons for Yr 7-9 and many opportunities for students to take part in music and drama activities.

Morley House caters for children from three years old until the age of ten, and is located in an independent building in a pleasant residential area of Lewes.  The Senior School occupies four architecturally historic buildings in the High Street of the ancient town of Lewes. Here we educate children from the age of 11, (Year 7), until 18 years of age, (Sixth Form), and always feature well in the Sussex GCSE and A Level league tables.