Crosby Training ensures all examinations and assessments are conducted securely, fairly, and consistently, whether on-site or remote. Procedures comply with Ofsted, ESFA, awarding body regulations, and accessibility legislation.
EXAMINATION MATERIALS
Paper assessments delivered in sealed security bags; e-assessments via secure platforms with single-use codes.
Materials must be securely stored, logged, and controlled at all times.
Records are kept of receipt, issue, return, and disposal.
LEARNER IDENTIFICATION
Invigilators verify learner identity before assessment using approved ID.
Alternative ID methods may be used if approved and documented.
PRE-ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS
Invigilators must prepare the venue, display signage, ensure accessibility, spacing, and secure prohibited items.
Learners are briefed on rules, duration, and complete declaration forms.
Reasonable adjustments are accommodated according to awarding body guidance.
DURING ASSESSMENT
Invigilators supervise learners continuously, maintain silence, and monitor time.
Learners leaving temporarily must be monitored to prevent access to notes or communication.
All incidents, disruptions, or malpractice are documented and reported.
EMERGENCIES
Evacuate safely while preserving assessment integrity.
Centre lead decides whether assessment continues, pauses, or is rescheduled.
Report incidents to awarding body where required.
POST-ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES
Count and verify all assessment materials against the learner list.
Seal and return papers promptly; e-assessments stored securely in line with GDPR and ESFA rules.
Maintain logs of handling, sealing, and submission.
GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE
Governance & Leadership Team oversees compliance and policy review.
Staff receive mandatory training including safeguarding, equality, and digital security.
Compliance is monitored through training records, checklists, incident logs, and material return logs.
Non-compliance is escalated to senior leadership for corrective action.
EQUALITY & ACCESSIBILITY
Reasonable adjustments are provided to ensure equitable assessment conditions.
Requests must be handled in advance and documented appropriately.
REFERENCES
Crosby Training Safeguarding & Welfare Policy, Awarding Body Regulations, ESFA Funding Rules, Ofsted Education Inspection Framework (EIF), GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018/assessment materials must be posted back to the awarding body within 48 hours or the exam taking place.
