Exam Invigilator

**This is a part time 'as and when' role based in Colchester, but must be willing and able to travel to other client's sites in the North of Essex, specifically Clacton and on occasion, Witham. ( 6 month Contract )**

**About the Role**

**Job Purpose**:

- Contributing to setting up examination venues by laying out stationery, setting up computerised testing equipment and handling examination papers in accordance with the outlined procedures.
- Referring any queries regarding learner entry to the examination to the exams officer.
- Checking learner ID to establish legitimacy of entry to the examination in progress.
- Responsible for ensuring that examination conditions are maintained throughout the examination and checking attendance.
- Ensuring learners with access arrangements are given the specified support throughout the examinations.
- Responsible for recording details of any absences from the examination room, including short term.
- Collecting and collating scripts at the end of the examination, preparing envelopes, in accordance with strict procedures.

**Skills, Knowledge and Experience**
- Experience of working or studying in a higher education environment is desirable.
- An understanding of examination processes is desirable.
- Effective oral/written communication skills.
- Good numeracy skills essential.
- Basic IT literacy essential.
- Evidence of accuracy and attention to detail with a flexible approach to work.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines essential.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to be diplomatic, gain the confidence and treat information confidentially.
- Sufficient, flexible availability to assist with morning and evening examinations.

**Job Types**: Temporary contract, Part-time, Fixed term contract

**Salary**: £9.72 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Work from home

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Application question(s):

- Do you have thorough working knowledge of SEND Code of Practice 2015 ?

**Experience**:

- Special education need and disability: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: One location