Exam Invigilator

About the role

As an invigilator, you will play a key role in ensuring examinations are conducted fairly, securely, and in accordance with awarding body and JCQ regulations. Working flexibly throughout the year, you will support both written and online examinations, either independently or as part of a team. The role may also involve occasional evening and weekend work, as well as invigilation at outreach centres and other College locations.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare examination rooms to ensure appropriate exam conditions are in place.
• Ensure all examination materials and documentation are prepared and available.
• Maintain the secure transportation of examination materials between the Exams Office and examination venues.
• Welcome and support students, helping to create a calm and positive examination environment.
• Assist with the implementation of access arrangements and special examination requirements.
• Clearly communicate examination regulations and instructions to candidates.
• Support the delivery of examinations, including supervising candidates with extra time and other approved arrangements.
• Undertake duties as a reader or scribe for students where required and appropriately trained.
• Complete all mandatory training required for the role.
• Maximise personal availability during peak examination periods where possible.
• Keep the Exams Manager informed of any changes to availability.

The ideal candidate will have

• A good general education (five or more GCSEs, including English and Maths, is desirable).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate well to both students and staff.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and good timekeeping.
• A calm, professional approach and the ability to remain composed under pressure.
• Confidence using computers and basic IT systems.
• Previous experience in teaching, invigilation, customer service, or an educational environment (desirable).
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• An understanding of awarding body regulations and examination procedures (beneficial).
• A flexible approach to working hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• The ability to travel between College sites when required; access to personal transport is desirable.

Benefits:

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
• On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time
• Enrolment into the relevant company pension scheme
• Free eye care vouchers
• Free secure onsite parking
• Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare
• Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)
• Weekly staff football

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Exams Invigilator role, then please click ‘apply’ now!

Closing Date: 20th July 2026

Please apply early as applications will be regularly reviewed, we reserve the right to close this Vacancy if we secure enough suitable applications.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.