Exam Invigilator (FTC)

Paragon Skills; Bournemouth; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Company Description

We are passionate, innovative, and determined to deliver an outstanding teaching and learning experience to every learner every time, and our handpicked, trusted people demonstrate their specialist knowledge and expertise in everything they do, so why not join us in inspiring people to succeed.

We are Ofsted Grade 2 “Good” and with a true dedication to the Care and Education Sector, and a commitment to delivering meaningful learning interactions to thousands of learners and employers nationally.

Position

Location: Remote based

Salary: £23,000 (36.5 hours a week Mon-Fri) 6 month fixed term contract

We’re looking for a passionate individual to help invigilate our learner exams whilst following invigilation processes as set out by the awarding bodies.

In line with our pledge and core values you’ll inspire our learners to succeed by offering support and guidance whilst ensuring the learners fulfill their exam obligations.

This is a great opportunity to help support our learners and provide a positive experience for the final stage of their journey as they look to complete their apprenticeships.

Key responsibilities will include:

1. To maintain direct control and supervision of all learners undergoing assessments/exams
2. Maintain accurate daily records of learner’s attendance and achievements and report any absence
3. Adhere to each awarding organisation's invigilation regulations
4. Set up online mock assessments, invigilate and print results
5. Conduct initial and diagnostic assessments with learners

Requirements

What our ideal applicant has:

1. Grade A-C GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent
2. Excellent organisational, administration and relationship management skills
3. Advanced knowledge of MS Office packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook
4. Experience of working within the adult care or childcare sector (desirable)
5. Knowledge of the apprenticeships framework (desirable)

Other information

We have a number of benefits available as part of our Paragon Choices and all colleagues benefit from our standard benefits including:

1. 25 days annual leave (including Christmas and Birthday Off) increasing with length of service and a holiday purchase scheme
2. 8 Public Bank Holidays
3. Up to 3 days of paid volunteering leave and corporate conscience initiatives
4. Perkbox – a suite of lifestyle benefits and wellness tools

We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a guaranteed interview scheme in place to ensure that nobody is overlooked or discriminated against because of their disability. If you meet the minimum criteria when you apply and you have informed us in your application that you have a disability, you will be guaranteed an interview for that role.

To promote and maintain an inclusive working environment, as part of your application process we will ask you to share data on certain characteristics. These answers will not form part of the selection and recruitment process and will not be shared with anyone outside of the People Team.

Paragon Skills is committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of our learners and colleagues and we implement robust safer recruitment practices to support this. Depending on the role you are applying for, we may undertake a number of necessary checks to confirm you are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service check. We are also committed to promoting equality and inclusion throughout our colleague and learner populations.