Freelance Invigilator

Job Title-

Location of post:- Ahmedabad, Pune

Purpose of job

Context and environmentSouth Asia Region -

Accountabilities:-

Responsibilities

• Report promptly to test venue at agreed time. In case of any delays or if unable to get to the test venue, inform the appropriate test day or BCEIPL staff in a timely manner.
• Follow all relevant standards & procedures, based on training and reference materials provided by BCEIPL and the relevant Exam Boards.
• Enable good customer flow by giving candidates clear direction and answering their enquiries.
• Ensure that candidates follow the agreed exam procedures regarding the location and security of their belongings.
• Conduct candidate entry, exit, identity checks and Test Day Photography procedures according to exam requirements.
• Ensure special arrangements are provided as required.
• Be familiar with the emergency procedures for the test day venue.
• Invigilate examinations to the standard required by BCEIPL and the relevant Exams Boards.
• Actively monitor candidates during tests to make sure that there is no violation of test conditions.
• Support the supervisor to ensure that candidates have a positive and consistent test day experience and a positive image of the British Council.
• Ensure all material is accounted for and handed over securely to the supervisor.
• Complete and maintain accurate records of exam assignments. Complete all reports, logs and claims accurately as required by BCEIPL.
• Follow all relevant guidelines and policies in the areas of: Data Protection, Child Protection, Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities and Diversity, and Anti-Fraud.
• Report any incidents, emergencies or breaches of security to the appropriate test day supervisor.
• Work with the test day supervisor to promote and ensure the wellbeing of candidates at all time. In case of emergencies, follow correct procedures.
• Additional duties in line with the role may be required.

Training and Development

• Attend all briefing and training sessions as requested by the BCEIPL Centre.
• Complete all mandatory training modules: Data Protection, Child Protection, Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities and Diversity, Anti-Fraud, Identity Checks as required.

Key relationships

• Exam Candidates
• BC Examinations and English Services India Private Limited team
• Test day staff including other Invigilators, Supervisors, Examiners, Marshalls etc
• Suppliers of exam test day services e.g. venue service providers, courier company etc
• Test day inspectors / auditors

Other important features or requirement of the role

• You will be paid as per the terms and conditions of your contract.
• You may be required to work weekends (Saturdays and /or Sundays), public holidays, extended hours in the early morning or late evening, as this is when many examinations take place. You must have the flexibility to work beyond the prior agreed work schedule.
• Some invigilators may be required to travel, including overnight stays. The majority will not have this requirement. During the recruitment process you will be asked to indicate your willingness to travel.
• You are required to be very vigilant when observing candidates; to watch and hear what is going on in the exams room.
• You must be able to legally work in the country of appointment.
• BCEIPL pre-recruitment checks will be required for shortlisted candidates, including background checks & police verification.
• Although there may not be a prescribed uniform for your role, while carrying out your duties, you must always be dressed in line with the cultural expectations of the country you are working in and your position in accordance with your role as representing BCEIPL. However, it is recommended that you wear soft comfortable shoes. Noisy shoes and distracting jewellery are not permitted.
• The role requires long hours of standing and physical movement

Person Specification

Behaviours

Skills & Knowledge Teaching standards

• Using technology level 1: Operates as a basic user of information systems, digital and office technology. Able to use British Council systems and software, and the internet, to do the job and manage documents or processes.
• Planning and organizing level 1: Is methodical. Able to plan own work over short timescales for routine or familiar tasks and processes. Has a good attention to detail to follow strict instructions. Is punctual and reliable.
• Communications Skills level 1: Communicates clearly and effectively. Listens to others and expresses self clearly, with grammatical accuracy and awareness of a diverse audience in speaking and writing.
• English language level of CEFR B1 (Listening, Speaking, Reading skills) or equivalent (eg Cambridge English PET, IELTS 5

Experience

• Customer service: experience of responding to children/ young adults and parents' needs (as customers) in a professional manner, to a high level of quality.

Qualifications

• Higher secondary certificate (Class XII) or Equivalent