Job Description Exams Invigilator/Reader/Scribe (casual) Role Summary The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All roles are responsible for ensuring the safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils during the school day in accordance with the policies, practices and procedures of the school. Working with the Examinations Officer and invigilation team to ensure the correct procedures and regulations are followed to ensure the integrity of the exam at all times. To provide scribe and /or reader support to eligible students. Duties and Responsibilities: • Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for who you are responsible and with whom you come into contact • As a Reader, support allocated students within the exam room, (no more than 4 students per reader) by reading any instructions or questions requested by the student or by reading a student’s answer back to them if requested • As a Scribe, produce an accurate and verbatim transcript of answers dictated by the student in a handwritten format (always 1:1 support) • Attend regular training sessions for exam invigilators, readers and scribes, both face to face and online • Be familiar with the JCQ guidelines on exams • Follow instructions given by the Exams Officer • To assist with the preparation of the examination rooms ensuring that all awarding body requirements are met • Opening and distributing exam papers • To assist with students entering the exam room, ensuring candidates are in the correct seat. • Reading erratum notices • Recording start and finish times • Completing attendance registers • To lead the exam if required • Ensure correct procedures and regulations are followed by all students for the duration of the exam • Report any irregularities and queries to the Exams officer immediately • Assist in finishing the exam, collecting papers and dismissing students at the end of the exam • Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to exams • If acting as a scribe and/or reader, support pupils during the exam, adhering to strict rules governing the role of a reader or scribe Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and responsibilities of the role as may be required It is vital to the ethos of the Support Team that the post holder is flexible in taking on additional tasks, willing to offer help to, and cover for, other members of the Team, and treats co-operation and support for colleagues as a top priority. Professional development Participate in the school’s appraisal procedures and training and development in order to improve own practice. Communication Being aware of confidential issues linked to home/pupil/school work and to keep confidences as appropriate, communicate effectively with the whole school community. Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals Being aware and adhering to school policies and procedures, collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school, develop effective professional relationships with colleagues. Work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and your own position within these. Understanding of the school framework calendar and how that affects workloads. Personal and professional conduct Maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school, demonstrating positive attitudes, values and behaviours to develop and sustain effective relationships with the school community, have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the post holder will carry out. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the level of the role. November 2021 Person Specification Criteria Qualifications/Experience Essential/ Desirable Assessed by A minimum of 5 GCSEs (9-5/ A*-C) including Maths and English Essential Application Form No experience is necessary as full training will be given Skills Good administration, organisation and good attention to detail skills Able to listen to a student and write their response accurately Able to read quietly so student can hear, but so as not to disturb others in the room Experience of working as part of a team Ability to work within strict guidelines Experience of establishing and maintaining effective working relationships at all levels Experience of working calmly under pressure to deadlines Evidence of a track record of working with young people in a school environment An understanding of examination processes and the role of an invigilator or supporting adult Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and discretion, and able to deal with sensitive and personal information Understanding of the principles of data protection legislation Personal Attributes Professional image, manner and approach Reliable and punctual Calm under pressure and in unexpected circumstances Able to be adaptable and be flexible to respond to regularly changing requirements Willing to attend further courses and training as necessary Other Essential Application Form/Interview /Task Desirable Application Form/Interview Essential Application Form and Interview Satisfactorily meeting the School’s employment checks - including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, health assessment, references, qualifications and legal entitlement to work in the UK Essential Checks and clearances November 2021