Successful candidates would be expected to undertake Safeguarding training and invigilation training prior to the start of their first exam series.

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1 WORCESTER SIXTH FORM COLLEGE EXAMS INVIGILATORS Applications are invited to join the College s pool of exam invigilators who will work flexibly on a casual basis according to need. It is hoped that invigilators would work towards the role of Lead/Senior Invigilators who could successfully run exam sessions under the guidance of the Examinations Officer. In addition to the tasks required to be undertaken by an exam invigilator, a Lead/Senior Invigilator must undertake the following additional duties: communicate all notices/warnings to candidates as required allocate invigilators to tasks within an exam room complete the attendance register be responsible for the smooth running within the exam room ensure all the procedures and regulations within an exam room are followed. Successful candidates would be expected to undertake Safeguarding training and invigilation training prior to the start of their first exam series. Within this pack or online ( you will find: 1. An introduction to the College 2. Conditions of employment 3. Job description and person specification 4. Summary Information on the Local Government Pension Scheme 5. An application form with equal opportunities monitoring form 6. Policy Statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders 7. Code of Conduct for Staff Applications Please complete the College application form and the supporting statement giving details of reasons for your application including experience, skills, training and expertise and how these are particularly suited to the needs of the post. Please refer to the job description, person specification and/or job details as applicable. Please do not write more than two sides of A4. We regret that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Application forms are available from under Job Opportunities or Personnel, and should be returned with the equal opportunities monitoring form by noon, on Thursday 29 th March 2012 either to djb@wsfc.ac.uk or to: Personnel Worcester Sixth Form College Spetchley Road Worcester WR5 2LU Tel: (01905) If you choose to send your application back in an A4 envelope please use a 'large letter' stamp together with a stamped, addressed envelope if receipt of the application is to be confirmed. Candidates shortlisted for interview will be notified by letter and/or phone and interviews are currently scheduled to take place during week commencing Monday 23 rd April The selection panel will be chosen in terms of their availability on the relevant date and their current/designated roles. If you do not hear from us, we regret that you will not have been included on the shortlist and we would like to thank you for your interest in the College.

2 EXAMS INVIGILATOR Terms and Conditions Start Date April 2012 Status Hours of work Casual workers to join our pool of Exam Invigilators who work flexibly on an ad hoc basis according to need Variable daily start and end times to suit the needs of exams schedules will be provided. Pensions Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, administered by Worcestershire County Council, is available for contracts exceeding 3 months duration. As this employment would be on a casual basis the scheme is not available. Holidays The entitlement to holidays is pro rata to full-time Support Staff and taken during College holidays and paid in addition to the hourly rate. Full year Support Staff receive 25 working days plus 8 public holidays. Pay Invigilators are paid at the rate of 9.24 per hour (point 16 on the support staff salary spine), including holiday pay at the rate of 14.54% of the hourly rate. Lead Invigilators are paid at the rate of 9.60 per hour (point 18 on the support staff salary spine), including holiday pay at the rate of 14.54%. Safeguarding Equality and Diversity Disability The College and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young persons and vulnerable adults. This position is subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Disclosure check. Where you have lived overseas in the last 5 years the College is required to carry out an overseas check in addition to the CRB check. Please refer to for further information as to how you can apply for a certificate of good conduct if you are appointed. Where there is a charge applicants will be required to pay for this themselves. The College is an equal opportunities employer and staff, students, volunteers and workers are expected to respect the principles of open access and opportunity for all regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. Applications from members of the ethnic minorities would be particularly welcome as they are currently under represented in our workforce. Where a disabled candidate is placed at a substantial disadvantage in comparison to a non-disabled applicant consideration will be given to any reasonable adjustments required to enable them to do the job after an offer of employment has been made. Personnel will discuss any reasonable adjustments required for the recruitment process with candidates shortlisted for interview. The selection process for this position will include a desk based activity.

3 WORCESTER SIXTH FORM COLLEGE JOB DESCRIPTION It must be recognised that this job description is likely to change as the circumstances of the College change and the post holder must recognise and actively adapt to these changes as they affect the job described. JOB TITLE: JOB PURPOSE: Exams Invigilator To supervise examinations and to ensure that guidelines and regulations for the integrity and security of the examination papers and procedures are followed during examination sessions. RESPONSIBLE TO: CIS Office Manager/Examinations Officer MAJOR TASKS 1 To act as a senior/lead invigilator as required. 2 To ensure a calm environment to give the candidates the best possible exam experience. 3 To set up the examination rooms as determined by the Exams Office. 4 To be aware of any needs that candidates may have during an examination. 5 To ensure that candidates follow the regulations of an examination room as laid out in the examination guidelines and to be vigilant at all times. 6 Ensure all candidates are aware of the pre-exam start information and of any erratum notice that may affect them. 7 To ensure all candidates are seated, as far as possible, to the seating plans provided. 8 To ensure start and finishing times are displayed clearly. 9 To ensure all candidates receive appropriate examination question papers and answer sheets. 10 To record attendance on the appropriate attendance register. 11 To ensure that there is no talking or disruption for the candidates once an examination has begun. 12 If malpractice is suspected, to refer the matter to the Examinations Officer as soon as possible. 13 To ensure answer scripts are collected, sorted into candidate number order and supervised as required, taking them safety to the Exams Office for despatch. 14 Ensure that efficient time-keeping is maintained. 15 To attend meetings and training conducted by the Examinations Officer as and when required.

4 Lead Invigilator Responsibilities 1 To communicate all notices/warnings to candidates as required. 2 To allocate invigilators to tasks within an exam room. 3 To complete the attendance register. 4 To be responsible for the smooth running within the exam room 5 To ensure all the procedures and regulations within an exam room are followed. General Responsibilities 1 To be responsible for and committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children, young persons and vulnerable adults whether responsible for, or in contact with them. 2 To observe the College Health and Safety policy at all times, taking responsibility within own areas as set out in the policy. 3 To comply with all other College policies and procedures. 4 To undertake personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the position and to participate in appropriate training activities. 5 To undertake any other duties commensurate with this post as the Principal may from time to time decide.

5 WORCESTER SIXTH FORM COLLEGE PERSON SPECIFICATION JOB TITLE: EXAMS INVIGILATOR Requirements /Desirable Assessment methods Education / training Good general education Knowledge/ Experience Skills/ Aptitudes Other factors Desirable Previous invigilation training Recent administrative experience Experience of following guidelines and procedures Desirable Experience of Exam Invigilation, preferably in a lead role Knowledge of the Instructions for Conducting Examinations ICE (JCQ) Accuracy and meticulous attention to detail Professional, confident attitude, displaying an air of authority, whilst approachable at all times to candidates and colleagues. Able to follow accurately clear guidelines and procedures Confident to lead a team (or work towards this) Effective oral and written communication skills A good level of numeracy and literacy Able to communicate effectively to large groups of candidates Ability to act on own initiative Able to remain calm under pressure, dealing with unexpected circumstances that arise Commitment to the role of invigilator for the January and Summer series of examinations each academic year. Willing and able to participate in training Willing and able to work additional hours where necessary Desirable An interest in supporting young people through their exam experience. Key: A = Application form and letter, I = Interview, Q = Qualification evidence, R = Reference, T = Task A, Q A, T R, I, T, T R, I R, I, T R, I A, I A, I A, I

6 When shortlisting the panel will seek evidence of the criteria above. In addition to candidates ability to perform the duties of the post, the interview will also explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people including: motivation to work with them, ability to form and maintain appropriate boundaries and emotional resilience when dealing with issues of student discipline. If candidates are shortlisted any relevant issues arising from references will be taken up at interview.