Job Description
Overview:
General Invigilators are required to ensure that the examination timetable runs smoothly and that UoR’s examination procedures are always strictly adhered to, and in all venues.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
As an invigilator you will have a key role in supporting the exams process. Main duties and responsibilities are;
- Assisting with setting up and closing down exam venues.
- Assisting candidates at the start and end of exams, issuing clear and precise instructions, checking candidate identities and reporting exam absentees.
- Invigilating in accordance with University procedures and maintaining examination conditions at all times.
- Escorting candidates from the exam venue during the exam as required (for example for toilet visits), and supervise candidates whilst they are outside the exam venue.
- Supporting candidates taken ill to receive appropriate medical attention/support.
- We are looking for reliable and committed candidates who have excellent attention to detail, good timekeeping, strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
Hours/availability:
Examinations vary in length from 1 hour to 3.5 hours and run Monday – Friday with some exams taking place on a Saturday.
Work start times are 8.25am for morning exams and 1.25pm for afternoon exams and you be needed until the exam ends and all papers are collected. Most examinations are completed by 6pm.
2024-25 Exam Dates:
Semester 1 exams will be 20th January - 7th February 2025 (inclusive)
Semester 2 exams will be 26th May – 13th June 2025 (inclusive)
Resit exams will be 22nd August – 5th September 2025 (inclusive)
Mandatory Training:
Mandatory training will take place on Wednesday 15th January 2025
Location:
Examination venues are on the London Road and the Whiteknights campuses. Both campuses have car parks and both are accessible by public transport.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates will be required to complete a short application form which can be accessed using this link.
(If you hold a contract with the University of Reading already you won't be eligible for this role.)
Interview date: The first set of interviews will be held on Tuesday 29th October.
For further information please contact campusjobs@reading.ac.uk.
Candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.
The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
