JCQ Centre Inspectors

AQA Education Ltd; Remote; GBP 1,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

An education assessment charity is looking for Centre Inspectors to ensure compliance with examination processes in the UK. Inspectors will inspect centres from April to November, visiting 50-80 centres annually. Applicants must have relevant experience and be able to work independently. This role offers flexibility and expected earnings between £1500 and £4000 per year. Candidates apply through the Workday portal, and shortlisted individuals will be contacted for interviews.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Reimbursement for time and travel

Qualifications

• Must have recent experience as Examinations Officer or equivalent.
• Cannot have other work commitments during inspection.
• Access to a private PC with broadband internet is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure examination integrity by checking compliance with JCQ regulations.
• Provide guidance to centre staff during visits.
• Submit feedback on centre compliance.

Skills

Effective communication

Calm under pressure

Recent experience in examination process

Full driving licence

Job description

JCQ Centre Inspectors page is loaded## JCQ Centre Inspectorsposted on: Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition id: R7203**At AQA, we’re committed to advancing education and we’re committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it’s our people who make this happen.**Behind every successful exam series, is a dedicated group of Centre Inspectors and we are looking for people across the UK to join them in this unique opportunity.Centre Inspectors, on behalf of the JCQ Awarding Bodies, undertake visits to check that centres are administering exams in line with relevant examination rules, thus ensuring that students across the country receive fair and equal examination conditions.Working with our JCQ Partners, AQA is responsible for bringing in and training Inspectors to work across the country every year. You would have the chance to work flexibly and give something back to your local area, whilst being reimbursed for your time and travel.**As an Inspector your key duties when visiting centres will be to:*** ensure the integrity of the examination process by checking that JCQ regulations are being applied consistently* provide general advice and guidance, where necessary, to centre staff during visits* provide written feedback to both the centre and the JCQ Centre Inspection Service team on a centre’s compliance with JCQ regulations**Your work allocation as an Inspectors will be:*** inspections from April to November, inclusive of training; with the peak of visits happening from May to June* to visit 2 centres per half day during the exam series; which amounts to a full day* visiting between 50-80 centres, within reasonable travelling distance of your home**It is crucial that as an Inspector you:*** have recent previous experience of the examination process; either within a centre as Examinations Officer, Deputy Head, Head, or equivalent relevant experience within an Awarding Body* do not have any other work commitments which might impact on your availability or cause any conflict of interest during the inspection process - you cannot be currently employed within a school or college* can communicate effectively and work calmly under pressure* have a full driving licence (this may be waived for Central London)* have access to a private PC with broadband internet**Being an Inspector can benefit you by:*** having expected earnings of between £1500-4000 a year (payment is made in accordance with a schedule of fees)* giving an opportunity to share your expertise and experience* providing a flexible role as a self-employed contractor within the education sectorIf you, like us, see being a Centre Inspector as a worthy role that you would like to undertake, then we would welcome an application. This is made through our Workday application portal and successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview with our Centre Inspection Services team.**We are looking for Inspectors in the following areas**: Berkshire/Hampshire, Devon/Dorset, East Kent, Hertfordshire, Lincolnshire/East Riding of Yorkshire, London (North, North West, South East & West), South Gloucestershire , Somerset, Staffordshire/Warwickshire.However, if there is no allocation in your area we will keep a successful application for 18 months for future consideration.Needs of the role (location, quotas etc) may change during the recruitment process. Therefore candidates should note that while all effort is made by the JCQ Team to review applications in a timely manner, interviews may not occur for some time after and regions may have changed in the interim.Please note, you will not be an employee of AQA or JCQ; this role is offered for the provisions of services as a Contractor.**Recruitment Agencies**We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place.Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees.locations: Guildfordtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days AgoAQA is an independent charity that sets and marks over half of all GCSEs and A-levels in the UK every year. Our purpose is to advance education by helping students and teachers to realise their potential. As part of AQA, you’ll very quickly appreciate the determination and unwavering passion to deliver this goal in everything we do. To help drive these ambitions, AQA invests in the development of its people by offering a range of professional development and learning opportunities leading to over 50% of our permanent roles being filled internally.**Reasonable Adjustments**If you have any requirements for reasonable adjustments in relation to the application, interview or the prospective job, please contact **Faye Harrison (she/her)** at **[e-mail]** or on **07813 724161**. We are asking for this information to make the process as equitable as possible for each candidate. Please note that Faye will not be able to assist you with enquiries regarding Temporary vacancies or non-recruitment enquiries. If you have query regarding Temporary vacancies, please contact: [e-mail]**Smart Working**We’re operating a smart working model. This allows for our colleagues to work from two days a week in one of our offices across England.****Equality,** **diversity** **and inclusion****AQA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone - regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background - is valued, respected, and supported to thrive.**Conflict of Interest**Please note that due to the confidential nature of our work, we are unable to employ people for our temporary roles who are currently a candidate for Key Stage 4 and 5 public examinations.**Safeguarding**AQA is committed to the safeguarding of children and adults at risk. We’re dedicated to reducing the risk of employing or contracting any person intent on abusing their position of trust, along with identifying and responding to any incident of alleged abuse from its employees or associates fairly and swiftly.For more information on safeguarding at AQA please visit the AQA website .**Contact**Temporary roles: [e-mail] Permanent and Fixed Term roles: [e-mail]