Exam Invigilator
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 06 May 2026 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire, RG7 1ER |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 7d50a928-52d1-429f-a887-f6c8605b00ed |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Hold at least 5 GCSEs or equivalent, which must include at least a Grade C/4 in Maths and English
Previous exam invigilating experience within a school environment
Previous experience of working with children in an educational setting
Successful experience of working within a secondary school
Knowledge of ‘Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations'
Good behavioural management
Able to demonstrate a commitment to school improvement and raising achievement for all students
Able to follow processes
Previous administrative experience demonstrating strong organisational skills
Excellent problem solving, communication and organisational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal sensitively with related issues/individuals with tact, diplomacy and discretion
Ability to work quickly, methodically and accurately under pressure and act flexibly to support others and respond to unplanned situations
Good interpersonal skills and an ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and students
Able to work under pressure and work to deadlines
Have the flexibility to undertake any role requested by the Examination/Data Officer
Willingness to support students on a 1:1 basis
What the school offers its staff
• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Further details about the role
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To assist the Examinations Officer in the smooth and efficient administration, setting up and running of examinations
• Closely following and enforcing the school and exam board procedures and regulations, including being familiar with the ‘Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations’ as provided by the Examinations Boards
• To support candidates on a 1-1 basis who requires assistance e.g scribing
• Assisting candidates prior to the start of examinations by directing them to their seats and advising them about possessions permitted in examination venues
• Ensuring candidates do not talk once inside examination venues
• Invigilating during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with examination irregularities in accordance with procedure
• Checking attendance during examinations
• Recording details of late arrivals and early leavers and collecting scripts from early leavers
• Escorting candidates from venues during the examination as required and supervising candidates whilst outside examination venues
• Escorting candidates on toilet breaks ensuring no unauthorised material is consulted and that examination regulations are observed at all times
• To ensure that any minor behaviour issues are dealt with in line with school policy and that any breaches of Examination Code of Conduct are reported to the Examinations Officer immediately
• Collecting, collating and assisting with the packing of examination papers, stationery and equipment prior to the examinations and delivering scripts at the end of the examination in accordance with strict procedures
• Supervising candidates leaving examination venues, ensuring that candidates do not remove equipment or stationery from the venue without authorisation and ensuring that candidates leave venues in an orderly and quiet manner
• To be available for additional Invigilating Training Meetings
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Hold at least 5 GCSEs or equivalent, which must include at least a Grade C/4 in Maths and English
Previous exam invigilating experience within a school environment
Previous experience of working with children in an educational setting
Successful experience of working within a secondary school
Knowledge of ‘Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations'
Good behavioural management
Able to demonstrate a commitment to school improvement and raising achievement for all students
Able to follow processes
Previous administrative experience demonstrating strong organisational skills
Excellent problem solving, communication and organisational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal sensitively with related issues/individuals with tact, diplomacy and discretion
Ability to work quickly, methodically and accurately under pressure and act flexibly to support others and respond to unplanned situations
Good interpersonal skills and an ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and students
Able to work under pressure and work to deadlines
Have the flexibility to undertake any role requested by the Examination/Data Officer
Willingness to support students on a 1:1 basis
What the school offers its staff
• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Further details about the role
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To assist the Examinations Officer in the smooth and efficient administration, setting up and running of examinations
• Closely following and enforcing the school and exam board procedures and regulations, including being familiar with the ‘Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations’ as provided by the Examinations Boards
• To support candidates on a 1-1 basis who requires assistance e.g scribing
• Assisting candidates prior to the start of examinations by directing them to their seats and advising them about possessions permitted in examination venues
• Ensuring candidates do not talk once inside examination venues
• Invigilating during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with examination irregularities in accordance with procedure
• Checking attendance during examinations
• Recording details of late arrivals and early leavers and collecting scripts from early leavers
• Escorting candidates from venues during the examination as required and supervising candidates whilst outside examination venues
• Escorting candidates on toilet breaks ensuring no unauthorised material is consulted and that examination regulations are observed at all times
• To ensure that any minor behaviour issues are dealt with in line with school policy and that any breaches of Examination Code of Conduct are reported to the Examinations Officer immediately
• Collecting, collating and assisting with the packing of examination papers, stationery and equipment prior to the examinations and delivering scripts at the end of the examination in accordance with strict procedures
• Supervising candidates leaving examination venues, ensuring that candidates do not remove equipment or stationery from the venue without authorisation and ensuring that candidates leave venues in an orderly and quiet manner
• To be available for additional Invigilating Training Meetings
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.