Examination Invigilator

Our Academy is part of the Christopher Nieper Education Trust, together with local employer partners, who are highly committed in supporting the development and achievements of our students. With an innovative approach to teaching, hands-on learning and brand-new purpose-built facilities, which opened in February 2017, we believe that this is a truly exciting time to join the academy. We are a growing school now of 780 students 11-18 and will soon be at our full capacity of 850 students 11-18. Our September 2022 Ofsted Inspection graded the academy as ‘Good in all areas’, a fantastic improvement from the ‘inadequate’ Ofsted rating when we took over the academy - and we endeavour to build on this as we grow and develop further.

Our aim is to raise standards, expectations, inspire excellence, to provide care and support, and to encourage students to achieve their full potential. We will help them develop confidence and key lifelong learning skills and to obtain the qualifications required as they look to future careers and explore the many opportunities in further education, apprenticeships, university and beyond.

The David Nieper Academy has a clear distinctive character due to the integrated involvement of its prestigious business partners. High profile local businesses, most being either international or national household names such as Denby Pottery, Owen Taylor & Sons Ltd, Bowmer & Kirkland, Places for People, Equip UK alongside David Nieper Ltd, are committed to bringing the world of work and 21st Century employment practices into every classroom.

**Statement of Purpose**
- To invigilate a range of Internal and External examinations.
- To ensure the smooth running of off-site examinations if required.
- To follow examination regulations as specified by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).
- To work flexible hours between 8.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. as appropriate for the examination.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- To ensure that examinations are carried out formally and in accordance with regulations set by Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ). (‘Instructions for the conduct in examinations’ booklet will be issued to all invigilators’).
- To arrive at school at least 45 minutes prior to the scheduled examination start time.
- To collect examinations papers and materials as requested from the Examination Officer to be taken to various examination rooms within the Academy.
- To ensure seating plans and name cards are used for all examinations. These will be prepared by the Examinations Officer or designated person prior to the examination.
- To ensure that students bring the correct equipment into the examination
- To be familiar with awarding body and Academy regulations for the conduct of the examination. (A copy is supplied within each examination room and discussed at Induction training).
- To comply with all directions issued by the Examination Officer.
- Whilst invigilating, be vigilant but not intrusive.
- To quietly patrol between the desks, without disturbing students. (Soft shoes must be worn).
- To play an active role within the examination team.
- To act in a professional manner at all times.
- To attend training sessions as required.
- Any other duties as may be reasonably allocated by the Headteacher or Examinations Officer.

**Other Considerations**
- Students are expected to enter the Hall/Examination room in silence and sit in silence. There must be no communication of any kind (e.g. talking, excessive looking around the room, whistling or tapping at any time during the examination).
- Students are continually reminded of the standards of behaviour expected of them.

If any students do not conform to these standards, please refer to the Instructions for the conduct in examinations’ booklet (ICE) and send for the Examinations Officer or a member of the Senior Leadership Team immediately.

Minor breaches of standards should be reported to the Examinations Officer and entered onto the Invigilator Log, which is available in each examination room.
- If a student finishes the examination early, they are expected to remain in the examination room until the end of the examination.
- Any concerns, please contact the Examinations Officer or a member of the Senior Leadership Team via the school office.

**Benefits**
- Free access to Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
- Free onsite Parking
- Generous discount at the David Nieper Ltd factory shop
- Ongoing training, support and mentoring will be provided

**Person Specification**

David Nieper Academy is looking to appoint personnel who would:

- be enthusiastic and committed to the Academy
- have the ability to adapt to change
- have the ability to work closely with a wide range of other professionals in a supportive and constructive way
- be able to demonstrate a record of personal time management and possess the management skills necessary to direct others
- operate calmly and effectively within an environment