Exam Scribe/ Reader

EXAM SCRIBE/ READER

£12.71 (+£2.11 holiday pay) per hour - £14.82 per hour total.

Part time hours to be agreed during exam times (public and internal examinations) - casual contract.

Required November 2026.

Legra Academy Trust provides high quality, high impact early years, primary and secondary education in Essex. Working together, we make a huge impact on the lives and education of both our young people and staff. We are committed to providing professional development for both our staff and governors, to achieve sustainable improvement.

At Belfairs Academy, we are looking for Exam Scribes/Readers to support students who require assistance during examinations. The role involves:

• Reading examination questions and instructions aloud clearly and accurately, as permitted by the candidate’s access arrangements.
• Writing or typing candidates’ dictated answers accurately, without changing their meaning.
• Supporting candidates calmly and patiently, without prompting or helping them to answer questions.
• Ensuring candidates have an equal opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and abilities.
• Maintaining confidentiality and following examination regulations and the instructions of the Exams Officer.
• Previous experience as an Exam Scribe/Reader is not required, as full training will be provided. Applicants should have strong literacy and communication skills, attention to detail and a patient, supportive approach.

Belfairs Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service and satisfactory references together with a social media check. Belfairs Academy is an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to positive employment policies to promote equal opportunity in employment.

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