Invigilators / Readers & Scribes

What skills and experience we're looking for

Essential Attributes and Skills

• Demonstrates an understanding of, and commitment to, the ethos and values of the school.
• Shows respect for young people and adults, reflected through positive attitudes and professional behaviour.
• Enthusiastic, flexible, and committed to supporting students to help them succeed.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including diplomacy, sensitivity, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Highly organised and efficient, with excellent attention to detail.
• Competent in ICT, including proficiency in Word and other software relevant to the role.
• Good literacy skills, with accuracy in reading and transcribing text where required.
• Effective team player, willing to collaborate, provide support, and learn from colleagues.
• Maintains a purposeful presence in the examination room and acts as a calming influence for students.
• Able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and consistently maintain attention to detail.
• Available to work during key examination periods (January, May, June, and November), with hours allocated in advance.
• Committed to undertaking relevant training and continuing professional development (CPD).
• Demonstrates excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods as required.
• Flexible in undertaking tasks as directed, consistent with the responsibilities of the role.
• Capable of monitoring and managing the scribing process, ensuring that candidates adhere to established guidelines.

What the school offers its staff

At Davenant, we value the long history of the school which stretches back to the work of our founder, Ralph Davenant, in the East End of London during the 17th Century.

This still provides an inspiration for us and sits alongside our absolute commitment to provide the best for our community in the 21st century.

Please visit our website to learn about our School.

Commitment to safeguarding

Davenant is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedure in place, which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.