"We are acutely aware of the pressure our students face when they walk into the hall. Our job is to handle the logistics so quietly and professionally that the room simply feels safe and settled. It is highly rewarding to work as part of a core team that looks out for each other during our busiest weeks."

Why This Role Matters (About the Role)

Our invigilation team provides the essential framework for student success during secondary school milestones. Working across our main examination halls and specialised smaller rooms, you will maintain the strict regulatory standards required by the Joint Council for Qualification (JCQ) guidelines while actively lowering the ambient stress for the candidates in our care. You will not merely supervise a space; you will protect the integrity of the examination process and offer a reassuring, grounded presence when students need it most.

What You'll Bring (Skills & Experience)

Absolute Reliability: Punctual and consistent attendance for morning and afternoon sessions during peak exam seasons.

Methodical Approach: The ability to understand, remember, and apply precise regulations and procedural instructions.

Composed Demeanour: A quiet, authoritative, and professional manner under time-sensitive conditions.

Clear Communication: Excellent verbal skills, with the ability to give instructions quietly and effectively within an examination environment.

Collaborative Mindset: A team-first approach, working fluidly alongside our Exams Officer and fellow invigilators.

The "Why Us" Difference (The Professional Promise)

Comprehensive Preparation: We provide structured, paid induction and thorough annual training on examination regulations, ensuring you feel entirely confident before your first shift.

A Highly Organized Environment: Our examination cycles are managed with exceptional operational clarity, meaning you are always backed by clear instructions and direct support from our central exams team.

Grounded Community Value: Work within a collaborative, respectful school culture that deeply values the contribution of its casual and operational staff.

The RLT Connection (Our Shared Foundations)

"Education has the power to change lives... we are better, faster, stronger together."

Chipping Norton School is proud to be part of the River Learning Trust. Working within a stable, mission-driven Multi Academy Trust provides our schools with shared expertise and robust operational foundations.

Professional Security: Access to a secure, government-backed pension scheme (LGPS) with employer contributions.

Shared Growth: Access to role-specific learning modules and online development resources via the Trust's digital learning hub.

The Whole Person: Access to a comprehensive 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential professional support for you and your immediate family.

This role includes regulated activity relevant to children.

River Learning Trust and Chipping Norton School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We conduct checks and online searches in accordance with Keeping Children Safe In Education guidance. It is an offence to apply for certain roles within schools if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

For documentation, please see RLT Safer Recruitment Documents Visit our website www.riverlearningtrust.org for up-to-date policies including our Child Protection and Behaviour policies.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. For further guidance for applicants, click this link: List of offences that are not filtered

We don't just accept difference; we celebrate "different contributions"; and are dedicated to building an inclusive environment where every colleague can thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you to be at your best.

The school reserves the right to consider and interview candidates ahead of the closing date if appropriate. An offer may be made to an exceptional candidate in this instance.

All staff must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and obtain any other statutorily required clearance. Employment will also be conditional on the receipt of at least two acceptable references (1 from current/latest employer) and evidence of the formal qualifications required for the role.

Please note: We do not accept CVs; please apply via My New Term.

Call to Action (The Three Pathways)

1. Discover Your Impact: see full Job Description and Application Portal via MyNewTerm

2. Start a Conversation: For an informal discussion regarding scheduling, availability, or the nature of the role, please contact Tammy Lawson, Exams Officer, at tlawson@chippingnortonschool.org

3. The Future Path: Not the right time? Register with our Talent Pool to hear about new opportunities first https://mynewterm.com/sch_talent_pool

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