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The Dormston School in Dudley, West Midlands, is seeking casual Exam Invigilators to supervise GCSE examination sessions in May/June and the mock exams in November/December. The role requires reliability, punctuality and the ability to maintain quiet, orderly environments in examination rooms.
Please note the closing date and start dates, and that a successful applicant will undergo medical clearance, qualification checks, and an enhanced DBS check as part of safeguarding procedures.
Everyone at The Dormston School has a pivotal role to play in creating a vibrant and dynamic school. We have high aspirations for pupils and staff alike and believe that if you try hard; the sky is the limit. We believe in the 5 Core Values of Effort, Knowledge, Respect, Responsibility and Resilience. Our school culture is caring and positive and ensures that everyone is supported and encouraged. We are very aware that happy staff make a happy school and therefore we nurture talent that inspires, motivates and ignites young minds. All of our staff benefit from personalised professional development pathways as we aim to shape school leaders of the future.
EXAM INVIGILATOR (CASUAL)
£13.27 per hour
Location: The Dormston School, Mill Bank, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 1SN
Required to invigilate throughout May and June for our Year formal GCSE exam series and November/December with our mock exams, we are looking for multiple new Exam Invigilators to assist us with Exam Invigilation.
Closing Date: Friday 23 October 2026 at midnight.
Start Date: Monday 30 November 2026.
The Dormston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will subject to medical clearance, qualification checks and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.
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Attached documents
Exam Invigilator - Job Description
Exam Invigilator - Person Specification