Birches Head Academy
Stoke-on-Trent
£ £13.05 per hour
Salary:
Grade 3, Scp 3-4
Job type:
Part Time, Casual
Apply by:
27 November 2025
Job overview
The role of the invigilator
To ensure that examinations are conducted according to the regulations to:
* ensure all candidates have an equal opportunity to demonstrate their abilities
* ensure the security of the examination materials before, during and after the examination
* prevent possible candidate malpractice
* prevent possible administrative failures
General requirements
* Experience of invigilation is not required as training in the role and duties of an invigilator will be provided
* Invigilators are required to:
o declare if they have invigilated previously and whether they have any current maladministration/malpractice sanctions applied to them
o confirm their availability in advance of main examination periods
* Invigilators must confirm the confidentiality and security requirements surrounding the invigilation process are known, understood and will be followed at all times
An ideal candidate will:
* be reliable, flexible and readily available during main examination periods
* have effective communication skills and good interpersonal skills
* work well as part of a team
* be confident and a reassuring presence to candidates in examination rooms
* be able to give instructions and manage situations involving different groups of people
* have basic IT skills (familiar with use of email, mobile phone messaging etc.)
* seek to achieve competence in the role and a rigorous understanding of the JCQ regulations
Main duties
To conduct examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), awarding body and Birches Head Academy regulations and instructions.
To have a key role in upholding the integrity and security of the external examination/assessment process.
Before examinations
* Report to and be briefed by the exams officer prior to each exam session
* Keep confidential exam question papers and materials secure before, during and after exams
* Ensure exam rooms are set up according to the requirements
* Admit candidates into exam rooms under formal examination conditions
* Give full attention to conducting the examinations properly
* Identify candidates and seat candidates according to the required arrangements
* Distribute the correct question papers and exam materials to candidates
* Instruct candidates in the conduct of their exams
* Deal with candidate questions
* Start exams
During examinations
* Supervise and observe candidates at all times and be vigilant throughout examinations
* Keep disruption in examination rooms to a minimum
* Deal with emergencies or irregularities effectively
* Record/report any incidents, disruption or irregularities
* Complete attendance registers
* Deal with candidate questions according to the regulations
After examinations
* Instruct candidates in finishing their examinations and collect examination scripts and materials
* Dismiss candidates from the examination room
* Check candidates' names on scripts, match the details on the attendance register
* Securely return all examination scripts and materials to the exams officer
Other tasks
* Undertake training, update and review sessions as required
* (prior to invigilating any external examination in a new academic year) Undertake relevant online invigilator training and assessment for that academic year
* Undertake, where required and where able, other duties requested by the exams officer, for example:
o centre supervision of examination timetable clash candidates between examination sessions
o facilitating access arrangements for candidates, for example as a reader, scribe etc. (full training will be provided)
o other exams-related administrative tasks including maintaining question paper security by supporting the 'second pair of eyes check'
To apply
Please complete an application form. We do not accept CV's.
Recruiter contact:
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About Birches Head Academy
Birches Head Academy
Birches Head Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST2 8DD
United Kingdom
Birches Head Academy has recently become part of the Frank Field Education Trust and we work collaboratively with others in our FFET family, allowing our students and staff many opportunities to develop. This is embodied in the FFET vision: 'Social Justice through Excellence in Education' and in the Academy motto: 'Aspire to be More'.
Our vision is to provide:
* An exceptional academic education to all children (Intellectual Capital)
* A values led approach to education for every child (Cultural Capital)
* The right environment for every child to flourish by building learning communities in partnership with parents and carers (Social Capital)
Achieving these commitments will ensure that, when pupils leave the Academy, they are ready for the next step in their journey; leaving with the necessary skills and knowledge, and the desire to serve others, to become the next generation of leaders.
Our determination to do this, in its fullest sense, resonates with our Academy motto inspired by the words of Oscar Romero "Aspire to be More". We have very high aspirations for the young people at Birches Head Academy.
We believe strongly in the power of high expectations. We understand that each student has their own potential, which we are determined to help fulfil through academic study and wider enrichment. All students will take part in exciting learning, both inside and outside the classroom, so they can make rapid and sustained progress.
Students at Birches Head Academy benefit from modern learning spaces designed to help them succeed. Classrooms are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to enable all students to meet the demands of the curriculum.
The curriculum at Birches Head prepares students for the challenges ahead. We strive to provide excellent teaching and expect the highest standards of behaviour at all times. Students are encouraged to become independent learners through a positive culture where hard work, motivation and resilience are valued and rewarded. We encourage students to reflect on their learning, and to overcome barriers by developing their problem-solving skills and ability to work with others. Our students are encouraged to question, discuss and review their learning through a variety of teaching styles to suit their different interests and ways of learning.
Our students are set aspirational targets, which challenge them to maximise their potential. Rigorous and regular monitoring of students' progress assists in meeting these challenges and keeps parents engaged in the all-important combination of home and school support.
If you feel you can make a contribution to this important enterprise and help our children to be the best that they can be, then I look forward to receiving your application.
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