Casual Exams Invigilator

Anglian Learning; Bassingbourn; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CARE pension

Cycle to Work

Sports centres access

Adult education discount

Professional development

Employee assistance programme

VDU vouchers

Flu vouchers

Discounts via Teacher Blue Light card

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking casual Exam Invigilators to support internal and external examinations at Royston (SG8 5NJ) during the academic year. Flexible, part-time hours typically between 8.30am and 4pm, with full training provided.

No previous invigilator experience required; candidates should have strong communication, numeracy and the ability to stay calm under pressure while working with staff and students. The role involves room setup, distributing scripts and supervising exams.

Qualifications

• Good standard of education, preferably English/Mathematics GCSE minimum Grade C or equivalent.
• Willingness to undertake training to develop knowledge.
• Willingness to safeguard and promote welfare of young people.

Responsibilities

• Set up examination rooms and distribute/collect scripts.
• Supervise students during examinations and adhere to procedures.
• Work in a flexible, part‑time capacity across the academic year.

Skills

Effective communication

Numeracy

Teamwork

GCSE English/Maths

Training readiness

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Enthusiastic attitude

Safeguarding awareness

Education

GCSE English/Maths minimum Grade C

Job description

Casual Exams Invigilator

CAPTION:

• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Part-time
• Location: Royston, SG8 5NJ
• Job type: Temporary
• Posting date: 4 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 3 Nov 2026

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Effective oral/written communication skills.
• Competent numeracy skills.
• Working effectively within a team.
• Good standard of education, preferably English / Mathematics GCSE minimum Grade C or equivalent.
• Willingness to undertake training to further develop knowledge and understanding.
• A basic understanding of emotional and behavioural needs in adolescents.
• Willingness to fit into the inclusive ethos of the Trust.
• Flexibility and reliability.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Willing to adapt as the need arises.
• Enthusiastic and committed approach.
• Enthusiastic about the education of all young people.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to work sensitively with colleagues.
• A professional attitude at all times.
• Energy, self-confidence, perseverance and emotional resilience.
• Ability to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

What the school offers its staff

Joining Anglian Learning comes with a range of benefits, fostering both personal and professional growth. Our coaching and mentoring programmes are designed to offer tailored support that enhances your skills and career development.

Other benefits and support available to all Trust employees include:

• Career Average Revalued Earnings Pension Scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Free membership to all Anglian Learning Sports Centres
• 20% discount on Anglian Learning Adult Education Courses
• Professional Development Scheme Policy
• Employee Assistance Programme offering a range of services to staff and their families
• Specsavers VDU Vouchers
• Boots Flu Vouchers
• Access to a wide range of discounts on high street and online shopping via 'Teacher Discounts' and the 'Blue Light' card

Further details about the role

We are looking to expand our team of Exam Invigilators who assist with both internal and external examinations throughout the academic year. We are looking for confident, flexible individuals with effective verbal and written communication skills, who will be able to offer a reassuring presence to students in exam rooms.

Duties include setting up the examination room, distributing and collecting scripts, supervising students during examinations, whilst working in accordance with set procedures at all times.

Full training will be provided. No experience is necessary, however invigilators should:

• Have effective communication skills
• Be able to relate to academic staff and students
• Be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Have a flexible approach to work
• Have accuracy and attention to detail

These positions are on a casual, as and when required basis, throughout the academic year with the main exam season in May and June. However, we also have mock exams in November, February and April and invigilators are required for these as well. Hours worked will usually be between 8.30am and 4pm.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment and staff in regulated activity will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and a barred list check. Certificates of Good Conduct and other checks may be requested if applicable. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service. This will include details of ALL cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions, whether "spent" or "unspent". Criminal convictions will only be considered when they are relevant to the post.