EXAM INVIGILATORS - JOB DESCRIPTION

Pangbourne  College  is  committed  to  safeguarding  and  promoting  the  welfare  of
children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Job Title:                                             Exam Invigilators

Reports to:                                         Exams Officer

Department:                                    Exams

Hours per week:

               Flexible

Key working relationships:
Exams Officer
Head of Learning Support
Exam Invigilators
Deputy Head Academic
Students
IT Support

Job Summary

An exam invigilator is responsible for ensuring that exams are conducted in an appropriate manner
within the correct time frame. The main part of their role is to supervise the students and make sure that
exam regulations are being met at all times. Ensuring that exam conditions are adhered to at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

●  To prepare the examination room according to the requirements of the examination board

(distributing papers and preparing associated materials)

●  To supervise candidates in a quiet and unobtrusive manner to ensure examination board

regulations are strictly observed

●  To supervise and ensure students with access arrangements are using their AA appropriately;

●  To provide assistance to candidates during examinations (e.g. enable them to find their allocated

seats quietly and efficiently or answering enquiries during examination sessions)

●  To assist in the efficient timekeeping of examination

●  To provide accurate records of the exam including seating plan, attendance register, exam

incident log

●  To deal with any minor behaviour issues, reporting any breaches of examination code of conduct

to the supervising invigilator/exams officer immediately

●  To maintain the security of the examination papers and/or candidate scripts before, between and

following the examination

●  To ensure the examination room is clear and tidied for the next session and that equipment is fully

stocked

●  To be familiar with fire evacuation and other emergency procedures pertaining to exam

invigilation

Other
The above is only an outline of the tasks and responsibilities of the role.  The post holder will carry out
any other duties as may be reasonably required by his/her Line Manager
The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an on-going basis in accordance with
the changing needs of the department and College.
This job description and accompanying documentation do not form part of the employment contract.

Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy
It is the post holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children.  You will
comply with the Pangbourne College Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, and the requirement to
report to the Designated Safeguarding Lead any concerns relating to the safety or welfare of children.

Terms and Conditions of Service
The post holder will be required to comply with all policies and procedures issued by and on behalf of the
College.
The post holder will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate.
The post holder will be required to participate in the College’s appraisal procedures as an appraisee and if
applicable, as an appraiser. The post holder will be required to attend statutory and mandatory training.

Information Security, Confidentiality and Data Protection
During the course of employment the post holder may have access to, see or hear information of a

confidential nature and he/she will be required not to disclose such information. All personal
identification information must be held in the strictest confidence and should be disclosed only to
authorised people in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and the College’s Privacy
Notice, unless explicit written consent has been given by the person identified.

Equal Opportunities
The post holder must comply with and promote Equal Opportunities and avoid any behaviour which
discriminates against others on the grounds of sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, age, race,
colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, political opinion, trade union membership.

Health and Safety
Under the Health & Safety at Work etc Act 1974, it is the responsibility of individual employees at every
level to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their own acts
at work.  This includes co-operating with the College and colleagues in complying with Health and Safety
obligations to maintain a safe environment.

It is the firm policy of the College to promote a happy, professional, yet “family” atmosphere and to develop the potential of
all pupils and staff. If ever there is a need to talk over aspects of school, or indeed home-related issues, please speak to your
head of department or a colleague.