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We are currently recruiting for lead exam invigilators who can promote a supportive atmosphere for all our pupils during their examinations. Under the guidance of the Examinations Officer you will start, oversee and finish examinations as necessary. You will be assisting in the preparations of the exams venue, completion of relevant paperwork and the monitoring and management of conduct during internal and external examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ). You will play a key role in upholding the integrity of all external examinations/assessments process. Hours will vary, with the bulk of GCSE examinations falling in May and June. However, additional examinations take place throughout the year. The successful candidates will be dedicated and responsible individuals who can be relied upon to be punctual, professional and assist in all aspects of the daily administration of examinations. You may also be required to act as 'readers' and 'scribes' for learners with special educational needs. Previous experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. Lead Invigilator duties - this list will be updated regularly in line with the needs of the school

• setup the Boxes for each exam room
• create/update folders for each room
• setting up the exam's rooms, putting posters, clocks, information on the wall
• taking all the posters down and putting them away at the end of the exam
• responsibility of taking the completed register to attendance office within 10 minutes of the exam starting or ensuring another Invigilator takes the register down to the attendance office
• read JCQ Instruction at the start of the exam
• checking JCQ instructions and amend the fire evacuation instructions for their examination room
• lead and setup for the next exam, making sure all resources are added accordingly
• invigilator allocation checking
• checking exam papers
• second pair of eyes form
• seating plan displays (foyer)
• checking/creating packs for certificates and helping with certificate distribution
• printing, photocopying, supporting the examinations officer with any additional exam support
• GLS Assessments
• checking handbooks/policies for students/staff/invigilators
• in the absence of the exams officer to support the cover person with examinations process
Found in the heart of the Hodge Hill community, we are a small secondary girl's school with strong community values. We know and care for every pupil as an individual. We strive to meet the needs of each member of our school community, celebrating diversity and always striving for equality in our school family and the wider world. Our ethos encourages mutual respect and support to enable every pupil to make the greatest personal, social, and academic progress during their time with us, preparing them for successful careers and fulfilling lives. A relentless drive for the best academic progress for each individual pupil sits comfortably alongside the wider curriculum where values education embraces citizenship, pupil voice, charity, and community work. Our progress 8 figure is above national average and results overall demonstrate our commitment to raising achievement. Pupils, families, staff, and governors work together in consultation to help every pupil make expected progress, to help many pupils make better than expected progress and to help some pupils to make exceptional progress. Here at Hodge Hill Girls' School, we genuinely value and strive to enhance working partnerships with our families, feeder schools and our local community. This partnership is essential in raising standards and achievement, every member of our family has a role to play in raising the aspirations of all our pupils to ensure we really are "Educating Tomorrow's Women Today". We do not accept CVs; applications will only be accepted via recruitment solution online.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence. There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
• A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
• An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
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We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.

GR3 pro rata £26,409 to £32,654.Subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review., In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.