Role & Department Overview

Invigilators – Main Venues and Adapted Arrangement

The Student Programme Administration Exams Team are currently recruiting a number of Invigilators to join our bank of staff supporting the administration of examinations for the 2023 assessment period that runs from April - June.

Please note: These positions are not open to current Lancaster Undergraduate (UG) or Postgraduate Taught (PGT) students but we welcome applications from Postgraduate Research Students.

Preferred start date: 4th April 2023

There will be a mandatory training session on Tuesday 04th April 2023 at 13:30 and the completion of an online assessment will be required for both new applicants and returning invigilators.

Expected end date: 25th August 2023

Location: On the Lancaster University campus

Hours per week: Variable. Invigilators are appointed on temporary contracts with no guarantee of hours.

Job Description

As an Invigilator you will work as part of a team to ensure that examinations run smoothly and in accordance with Lancaster University guidelines. Ideal candidates will be committed team players and have a professional attitude.

In addition to our main venues, we also seek invigilators to work with students with adapted exam requirements – this will primarily involve invigilating individual students on a one-to-one basis, or invigilating a small group of students who require access to a computer.

Important: Please indicate on your application whether you would like to be considered for either main venue invigilation, adapted arrangement invigilation, or both.

• The work will be varied with hours split into two daily sessions (Monday to Saturday, though Saturday’s will be kept to a minimum).
• Examinations take place across Lancaster’s Bailrigg campus and you may be required to travel quickly between venues to ensure that examination schedules are adhered to.
• Full time and part time / casual applicants are welcome.
• No prior experience is required as training will be provided, however candidates with previous experience of working in Higher Education or with invigilation experience will be prioritised.

Duties:

• Working as part of a team of invigilators in a range of exam venues, led by a Senior Invigilator.
• Setting up examination venues.
• Invigilating the examination and monitoring for irregularities.
• Collecting materials at the end of examinations.
• Dealing with problems and queries in accordance with set guidelines.
• Supporting students with additional requirements where required.
• Ensuring the security of the exam material at all times.

Person Specification

Person Specification:

• Excellent command of the English Language (spoken and read).
• Able to maintain focus and concentration for a number of hours.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail.
• A sympathetic approach to dealing with issues in a sensitive yet firm manner.
• Ability to work to defined procedures.
• Utmost reliability and punctuality.
• Flexible approach to work.

Working in this role will help develop the following skills and experience:

• Flexibility
• Organisation
• Teamwork
• Time Management

Please note: Unless specified otherwise in the advert wording, this role is only open to individuals living in the UK.

You are required to submit a cover letter to support your application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Under the terms of this work, we endeavour to provide the advertised number of hours however, hours are not guaranteed and that work may cease if there is a fall in demand.

Adverts that display a closing date should be treated as a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 4 months

Salary: £10.42 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Expected start date: 04/04/2023

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