Assessment Invigilator - Automotive

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ASSESSMENT INVIGILATOR

£26,357 per annum

35 hours per week

Motherwell Campus, with travel between college campuses as required

Temporary until June 2027

New College Lanarkshire is seeking an organised, reliable and professional Assessment Invigilator to support the effective and secure delivery of examinations and assessments within the Automotive department.

The successful candidate will help ensure examinations are conducted in accordance with the requirements of the relevant examining and awarding bodies, maintaining the security and integrity of examinations before, during and after each assessment.

As an Assessment Invigilator, you will:

• Conduct invigilation duties in accordance with current awarding body guidelines.
• Maintain a vigilant and professional presence throughout examinations.
• Monitor and respond appropriately to potential malpractice, irregularities or candidates who become unwell.
• Ensure candidates receive the correct examination papers.
• Maintain the security of examination papers and report any concerns to the appropriate academic leader.
• Complete examination documentation accurately, including seating plans, attendance registers and invigilation records.
• Collect examination scripts and ensure all required paperwork is completed correctly.
• Record and report any examination irregularities in accordance with college procedures.
• Follow all relevant College policies, procedures, health and safety requirements and organisational guidance.

About You

We are looking for someone who is dependable, attentive and able to maintain a calm and professional approach within an assessment environment.

You should have:

• Good communication and ICT skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience of following and applying administrative procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, particularly Word, Excel and Microsoft Teams.
• An appropriate understanding of Health & Safety and Safeguarding requirements.

Candidates would preferably hold a minimum SCQF Level 5 qualification, or equivalent, in English and ICT. Previous experience of examination invigilation is desirable.

Working Requirements

The role is primarily based within the Motherwell and Cumbernauld Campuses and will require travel between campuses to undertake invigilation duties and attend meetings when required.

The position requires periods of concentration and the ability to manage competing demands while maintaining a measured and professional approach at all times. A commitment to the wellbeing of staff and students is also expected.

Health and Safety

The successful candidate will be expected to fulfil the health and safety responsibilities relevant to the role, comply with college policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training, and take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others.

Join New College Lanarkshire

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and conscientious individual to contribute to the effective and professional delivery of assessments across the College.

If you have strong attention to detail, good communication skills and the ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality within an examination environment, we welcome your application.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Monday 28 September 2026 at 4.30pm