Exam Invigilator

The Role

Are you seeking flexible work where you can commit to as much or as little as you like during exam times? Whether you’re a parent looking to return to the workplace, a retired person looking for a few hours work a week, or a University student who would like some extra income; whatever your circumstance, we want to hear from you.

The core examination period for GSCEs is between May and June, but we also have regular assessment windows in November, January, February, March and July to track the progress of our pupils. Exams take place in the morning and the afternoon allowing for the flexibility of half day or full day invigilation.

You would need to be able to commit to either 8:00am - 1:00pm or/and 1:00pm - 4.30pm

Examination Invigilators are responsible for maintaining the security of the examination question papers at all times and conducting examinations in accordance with examination board regulations. They help to ensure the right candidates are in the right place; they give out vital information such as start and finish times for exams; and ensure that candidates have the materials and information they need. Working as a team, Examination Invigilators contribute to ensuring a calm environment for exams and giving candidates confidence.

Applicants must be able to work calmly under pressure and have a flexible attitude; they must also be reliable, conscientious and responsible, along with demonstrating communication, numeracy and literacy skills. The role is on a zero-hours contract paying £11.00 per hour.

Core Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work with the Exams Officer to ensure that:

• The exam hall is set up correctly, according to exam regulations, and papers distributed correctly 
• The students are seated in accordance with the seating plan 
• The correct exam procedures are adhered to at all times 
• Invigilators are vigilant and observe students sitting the exam to ensure they are not communicating or disrupting others 
• After the examination, all papers are collated correctly for return to the examinations office

Person Specification

We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate who is: 

• Reliable, punctual and hard-working 
• Professional and well-organised 
• Good communicator
• Calm, with common sense, and pays attention to detail 
• Available to work flexible hours 
• Willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS 
• Previous experience would be an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided 

Applications will be considered as they are received; we reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.