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INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

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Our History Barnard Castle School has its roots in the medieval past and its eyes firmly set on the future of its children. The School traces its origins back to the nearby Hospital of St John, which was an educational and religious community established by John Balliol in 1229. John Balliol also established Balliol College in Oxford and his passion for learning remains central to our philosophy today. In 1883 with a gift from Benjamin Flounders, a Victorian philanthropist, and the proceeds of St John’s Hospital, the present main School building was constructed. The School Barnard Castle School is a warm, friendly, busy and purposeful School which fosters strong senses of community and endeavour. A co-educational school for pupils aged 11-18. It has its own Preparatory School for boys and girls aged 4-11, situated on an adjacent site. There are 500 pupils in the Senior School and a further 200 in the Prep School. The Sixth Form currently numbers 150 pupils. While academic achievement lies at the heart of what we do, as a Christian foundation we never forget the importance of fostering mutual respect and decency amongst our pupils. We believe that all our children have something to offer, and we are driven by a desire to find areas where each of them can excel. Every week we offer an extensive programme of over 100 extra-curricular activities and we are as proud of those who play chess for their House as those who play rugby for their country. The School accepts day pupils and boarders, the latter currently numbering around 170. Boarding is largely British with a small number of overseas students. The School is situated in its own extensive grounds on the outskirts of an historic market town, recently noted as being the safest in England, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. It is well-resourced and enjoys an enviable reputation for its pupils’ achievements on a broad variety of fronts. It is also in proximity to and enjoys close relationships with departments in the universities of Durham, York and Newcastle. Continuous improvement and investment have produced a number of new buildings, including the MacFarlane Building which houses Physics and ICT, the Atha Fitness Centre, an extension to our Prep School including a new science lab and the new purpose built Sixth Form Centre. Further details about Barnard Castle School may be found in the Independent Schools’ Yearbook and on the School’s website www.barnardcastleschool.org.uk.

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The Job Description Reporting To: The Examinations Officer Responsible To: The Director of Studies Please note, due to examination regulations, individuals with parental responsibility for pupils at Barnard Caste School are unable to apply for this position. Overall To provide an efficient and effective invigilation support service to the School examination department and ensure the integrity of its examinations. Duties

Responsible for the supervision of students during examination periods including seating of students within the exam environment.

Responsible for confidential documentation and information relating to students.

Responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of examination papers / scripts, equipment and stationery.

Ensure all scripts and examination stationery are collected and checked at the end of each examination.

Return scripts and associated documentation and equipment to the Examinations Officer or other delegated officer.

Promote a positive and calm working environment for all students and treat all pupils and colleagues with professional respect.

Report any security concerns to the Examinations Officer

Monitor candidates throughout the duration of the exam and maintain silence

Responsible for all health and safety issues including knowing how to deal with emergencies in examination conditions, including evacuation routes from the building.

To attend any training courses relevant to the post, ensuring continuing, personal and professional development.

Role requires working with a team.

Ability to present oneself as a role model to pupils in speech, dress, behaviour and attitude.

The post holder may undertake any other duties that are commensurate with the post.

Knowledge and Skills

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Experience of working with a range of different people

Customer care skills

Familiarity with JCQ code of conduct publication

Works under the direction of the Senior Invigilator / Exams Officer

Supervise examinations

Works closely with colleagues

Dealing with queries from staff and pupils relating to examination scripts and procedures

Ability to handle conflict tactfully

Required to work as part of a team under supervision

May be required to supervise examinations alone but always under supervision

Any problems or issues which arise will be referred to Exam Officer or designated officer

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Works to exam timescales

May need to remain standing for extended periods of time

Need to remain alert during examination periods

Handling information in the form of examination papers / scripts

May be required to distribute and collect stationery All Staff of Barnard Castle School are expected to:-

Have high professional standards and be an appropriate role model of reliability, behaviour and appearance

To establish high standards of communication with all stakeholders

To uphold the policies of Barnard Castle School

To take an interest in how the School operates

Appointment Terms, Conditions and Benefits Type: Part time/Seasonal Working Hours: As advised on appointment Salary: Current rate of National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage (age applicable) Dates invigilators required: Wednesday 24th April 2019 - Friday 28th June 2019. Required between the hours of 8.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm- 5.30pm. Availability between these periods should be noted on the application form. Applications If you feel that you can meet the above requirements then please submit a letter of application along with the Barnard Castle School application form and a CV to the HR Assistant. Only applications containing the requested information will be considered.

Applicants may telephone to discuss matters relating to the advertised post with the Exams Officer. Miss Sophie Jopling Mrs Susan Houghton HR Assistant Exams Officer Barnard Castle School Barnard Castle School Barnard Castle Barnard Castle Co Durham Co Durham DL12 8UN DL12 8UN Phone: 01833 696003 Phone: 01833 696003 E-mail: hr@barneyschool.org.uk Please note that applications will be considered as they arrive.

Applicants should read carefully the application procedure – guidance for applicants, Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders and the Disclosure policy and the Safer Recruitment policy. Barnard Castle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all applicants will undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS and Barred list check with Disclosure and Barring Service. Barnard Castle School is an equal opportunities employer.

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Contact

Miss Sophie Jopling

HR Assistant

Barnard Castle School

Barnard Castle

Co Durham

DL12 8UN

Phone: 01833 696003

e-mail: hr@barneyschool.org.uk

Telephone: +44 (0)1833 696081

Fax: +44 (0)1833 638985

www.barnardcastleschool.org.uk