Fair Ways Schools - Conflict of Interest (Exams) Policy - Version 1 - Updated policy for exams and assessments

Sep 19, 2026

Fair Ways Education requires a Conflict of Interest policy to identify, manage, and mitigate situations where staff or related individuals could have competing interests that compromise, or appear to compromise, decisions in assessment and exam functions. The policy guides teachers, invigilators, and assessment administrators on handling conflicts, protecting qualification integrity and safeguarding staff. It defines conflict of interest, sets principles and responsibilities, and clarifies what conflicts can be managed versus those that cannot be allowed.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLetters

FormatPDF

Pages11

Reading Time4 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Purpose

Scope of Policy

Definition of 'conflict of interest'

Principles

Responsibilities

Equality impact and monitoring the policy and procedure

Appendix A - Conflicts of Interest Log Template

Appendix B - Declaration of Interest Form Template

Fair Ways Schools (Swanwick, Fort Wallington and GLADE) Conflict of Interest (Exams) Policy | Document Ref: | Version No: | Summary of Changes: | Author: | Release Date: | Approved By: | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | SC /GSC 43 | 1 | New Policy- requirement by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) | Victoria
Adams | Feb 2025 | QSGC | Review date: October 2027 (In line with suite review) (two yearly) Contributors: None FairWays Vision, Mission and Values (2024) Our vision To build a community that changes lives, makes a difference to society and leaves a legacy greater than ourselves and our contributions. Our mission To grow a compassionate, resilient, and trauma-informed community, that embraces learning, so that we improve the lives and outcomes of individuals. Our values Our values form the heart of the work we do, defined by Fair Ways people, for Fair Ways people. These are the values by which we operate, by which we are governed, and to which we are held accountable. We therefore expect every individual within Fair Ways to play their part: |
ROFESSIONAL |
CCEPTING |
EFLECTIVE |
RANSPARENT | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | | 􀂘 We do what we say we will.
􀂘 We approach challenges with optimism and enthusiasm.
􀂘 We don’t judge, we notice.
􀂘 We put the needs of the service before our own personal gains. | 􀂘 We don’t give up on people.
􀂘 We value all individuals and are willing to challenge them.
􀂘 We embrace each other’s differences as much as our similarities.
􀂘 We accept responsibility for our actions. | 􀂘 We give feedback, we invite feedback, we listen to feedback.
􀂘 We look inward before we look outward.
􀂘 We learn as much from our mistakes as from our successes.
􀂘 We listen to each other, learn from each other and grow together. | 􀂘 We are always willing to explain why.
􀂘 We have the courage tobe open and honest.
􀂘 We earn trust through our transparency.
􀂘 We live by our valueseven when no-one is watching. | P A R T Contents 1 Introduction ...............................................................................................4 2 Purpose .......................................................................................................4 3 Scope of Policy ............................................................................................4 4 Definition of ‘conflict of interest’................................................................ 5 5 Principles..................................................................................................... 5 6 Responsibilities ........................................................................................... 6 7 Equality impact and monitoring the policy and procedure..........................6 Appendix A – Conflicts of Interest Log Template................................................5 Appendix B – Declaration of Interest Form Template ........................................7 1 Introduction 1.1 Fair Ways Education is required to have in place a Conflict of Interest policy that enables us to identify, manage and mitigate any potential conflict of interest. All staff and other individuals related to the school have a responsibility to be aware of the potential for a conflict of interest. 2 Purpose 2.1 The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance to staff and any other relevant individuals on handling possible conflicts of interest that may arise as a result of their roles as teachers, invigilators, and assessment/exam-related administrators. The policy is designed to protect the integrity of our qualifications and the assessment process. It applies to all staff or other individuals whenever they interact or potentially interact with any of the school assessment/exam related functions. The policy is also designed to protect our staff by providing guidance on handling possible conflicts of interest that may a

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Fair Ways Conflict of Interest (Exams) policy?

The policy provides guidance for handling possible conflicts of interest arising from roles in teaching, invigilation, and assessment/exam administration. It is designed to protect the integrity of qualifications and assessment processes and to support staff in managing conflicts.

Who does the policy apply to?

The policy applies to all staff and other individuals who interact, or potentially interact, with the school’s assessment-related work, including functions such as devising, setting, marking, administering, invigilating, and internal quality assuring assessments.

What counts as a conflict of interest in this policy?

A conflict of interest is when competing interests or loyalties could compromise, or appear to compromise, decisions if not properly managed. It includes situations where staff with privileged information or decision responsibility could use their position to give an unfair advantage to a close friend or relative entered for an examination/assessment.

Sep 19, 2026

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