Invigilator

Lodge Park Academy is now recruiting for Exam Invigilators (casual contracts).

The invigilators at Lodge Park Academy would love to welcome you to their team.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

Contributing to the smooth running of the examination procedure.

• Assist Academy staff in supervising examinations in the seating of students
• Distribute examination papers and scripts
• Collect examination papers and scripts in the correct order
• Check examination room arrangements are correct, in order and set out placemats
• Distribution and collection of equipment and materials
• Ensure candidates are seated in the correct order
• Mark attendance register and sign
• Instruct candidates on examination procedure
• Commence and finish examination on time

Casual contract, term time (exam season) only.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC 2 £11.59 per hour plus £1.39 holiday pay 
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• discounts on car leasing
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• Educated at least to GCSE level or equivalent including English and Maths
• Administrative experience
• Enthusiastic and positive
• Well-motivated and hard working
• Entirely reliable
• Full understanding of confidentiality
• Integrity
• Suitable to work with children
• Empathy and warmth
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people on a daily basis
• Positive about young people and the importance of education
• Have high expectations of what students and staff can achieve
• Fully supportive of the aims and ethos of a successful Academy
• Able to develop and co-ordinate a sustainable strategy towards extra curriculum activities

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) has grown to a network of 34 academies, incorporating primary, secondary and grammar, and special schools. We employ over 2000 people with the primary focus of raising the standards of education for 13,000 young people. Whatever your role, you should know you are contributing to achieving our vision of inspiring the next generation of young people to be the best they can in whatever they choose. Our aim is to be the country’s leading academy chain, committed to delivering the highest educational standards alongside an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment, including events such as the DRET Spring, Summer and Winter Cups, Music Cup, volunteering trips abroad, and regular trips/visits throughout the year.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

While each academy is unique, we share common goals, aspirations, values and methods that enable us to work collaboratively and collectively to achieve our mission. We operate regional hubs, whereby academies work with other schools who are part of the Trust so we can share skills and knowledge, allowing them to benefit and learn from each other. 

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click on ‘here'

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

 The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.