STAFF QUICK-START GUIDE

Your examination, step by step.

A visual walkthrough for invigilators using Invigi-Portal, from signing in to handing over the completed examination record.

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This guide explains how to use the system. It does not replace current JCQ regulations, centre procedures or instructions from the Exams Officer. If a situation is unclear, seek guidance immediately.
1

Sign in securely

Enter your email and password, then the emailed six-digit verification code if prompted. A password change is required only when you have been issued a temporary password.

My account →
2

Open your assigned room

Select Invigilation → My assigned rooms, choose the correct examination date, session and room, and open Guided invigilation. If the room is missing, contact the Exams Officer.

My assigned rooms →
3

Prepare the room

Complete the pre-examination checks and record evidence or notes where required. Confirm the room is ready and follow the approval step before the examination starts.

Guided invigilation →
4

Record attendance and announcement

Check the seating and candidate details, record attendance, and confirm the required announcement has been read aloud. Do not mark an absent candidate present.

Guided invigilation →
5

Start the examination

Record the actual shared start time only when the examination has started. The system applies this to the relevant papers and present candidates; check it carefully.

Guided invigilation →
6

Monitor candidates and breaks

Use Candidate controls to record individual finish times and supervised rest breaks. Record incidents promptly and use Emergency evacuation if the examination is interrupted.

Candidate controls →
7

Finish and hand over

Confirm all candidates and papers are finished, complete closing checks, reconcile scripts and materials, and sign off when prompted. The Exams Officer completes their own review and sign-off.

Room readiness →

If something goes wrong

Incident or irregularity

Record the details and action taken. Mark urgent concerns appropriately and notify the Exams Officer.

Incidents & exceptions
Emergency evacuation

Follow the centre's emergency procedure first, supervise candidates and accurately record the interruption.

Emergency evacuation
Confidential concern

Use Raise the red flag for concerns requiring confidential escalation to the Head of Centre.

Raise the red flag

Before you sign off

If your device loses its connection, do not assume an entry was saved. Reconnect and verify the record before proceeding. Never share passwords or verification codes.