Exam invigilator

Posting date:	20 January 2026
Salary:	£13 to £15 per hour
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	19 February 2026
Location:	BS1 4AU
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Teacheractive Limited
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	KP-EI-BS-89852

Summary

Job Title: Exam Invigilator
Location: Bristol
Start Date: Upcoming exam periods (flexible dates available)
Salary: £13 – £15 per hour (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Part-time / Flexible (exam-season based)

Are you looking for flexible, school-based work in Bristol during exam periods?

Do you already hold an enhanced DBS on the update service and want a role that fits around other commitments?

Are you a Teaching Assistant or school support staff member looking for additional work within education?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting reliable and professional Exam Invigilators to support secondary schools across Bristol during upcoming exam seasons. This role is ideal for Teaching Assistants, support staff, graduates, or individuals with previous school experience who are detail-oriented and confident working with young people.

Please note: an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service is a strict requirement for this role.

Whether you’re looking for occasional work, regular exam-period shifts, or a way to stay involved in education with minimal planning or marking, exam invigilation offers a rewarding and flexible opportunity.

This role could be ideal if you:

• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (required)

  
  

• Have experience working in schools or with young people (desirable)

  
  

• Are reliable, punctual, and able to follow exam regulations closely

  
  

• Can remain calm, observant, and professional in a formal exam environment

  
  

• Are a Teaching Assistant or support staff member seeking flexible additional work

  
  

  Key responsibilities include:

  • Setting up exam rooms and ensuring correct seating arrangements

    
    

  • Supervising students during examinations in line with JCQ regulations

    
    

  • Distributing and collecting exam papers

    
    

  • Ensuring a quiet, safe, and fair exam environment

    
    

    What’s on offer:

    • Flexible, part-time work across secondary schools in Bristol

      
      

    • Competitive hourly pay

      
      

    • Clear guidance and support before your first placement

      
      

    • A straightforward role with no planning or marking required

      
      

      Why work with TeacherActive?

      • Competitive pay paid via PAYE (no umbrella companies or hidden fees)

        
        

      • Free CPD and compliance support where required

        
        

      • A dedicated consultant available 24/7

        
        

      • £200 referral bonus when you refer another education professional (T&Cs apply)

        
        

        If you already hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service and are interested in Exam Invigilator work in Bristol, we’d love to hear from you.

        Email: Kyle.Payze@TeacherActive.com
        Phone: 0117 223 2200

        All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and availability.

        TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

        All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
        
        
        
        Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
        
        
        
        Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
        
        TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.