Exam Invigilator / Reader / Scribe

We are looking to hire casual Exam Invigilators for various exam periods to help to supervise the conduct of students in examinations at Harris Girls’ Academy Bromley. Hours of work will be as notified in advance by the Examinations Officer.
About Us
At Harris Girls Academy Bromley we have built a school community where we hold character and academic excellence in equally high regard.

Progress 8 for the school was in the top 100 in the country last year, and we were the only school from this group with a student body that has above average disadvantage, and below average EAL. Learning, curriculum, and pedagogy is exemplary here. Although we believe that these results lead to a tangible improvement in the opportunities of our young people we are equally proud of the way we see our students conduct themselves in our classrooms and corridors on the day to day. In the commitment they demonstrate in the library and the drama studio, or in the resilience they demonstrate in the sports hall and the textiles room. It is a privilege to teach students at Bromley.

We believe that we have built something special here through a leadership at all levels philosophy of constant improvement, and listening to our students, staff, and wider community. Leadership at HGABR means constantly reviewing and reinventing our approach, as we respond to the new opportunities and challenges of our young people present and seek to improve the education they receive. Leadership at HGABR considers that the academy exists as an important community organisation that has an impact on a significant number of lives, and we believe that stewarding this organisation is a responsibility that requires dedication and excellence from us.
Main Areas of Responsibility
You will support the Exams Officer with the day-to-day operation of examination venues and other examination processes, with activities including:

Assisting with setting-up examination venues by laying out stationery, equipment and examination papers
Assisting candidates prior to the start of examinations
Ensuring that candidates do not talk once inside examination venues
Invigilating during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with irregularities
Checking attendance during examinations
Recording details of late arrivals
Escorting candidates from venues during the examinations and supervising candidates outside examination venues
Collecting and collating scripts at the end of the examination
Assisting with the preparation of script envelopes
Supervising candidates leaving examination venues, ensuring that candidates do not remove equipment or stationery from the venue without authorisation and that they leave venues in an orderly and quiet manner
Assisting with the packing of examination papers, stationery and equipment before examinations, and the delivery to and from venues as appropriate
Assisting with the preparation of seating plans
Qualifications & Experience
For this role, you will need:

Access to an email account so invigilation schedules can be arranged with the Examinations Officer
A positive interest in young people and their education
The ability to be flexible
Accuracy and a high level of attention to detail
Confident communication skills
A firm but fair attitude
The ability to work well under pressure
Physical fitness appropriate to tasks required (exam papers can be heavy in bulk, and there is a lot of walking involved)
Next Steps
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation.

Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Professional Development & Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.