Exam Invigilator

Lift Schools; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,435,000 - 40,088,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Training provided

Job summary

Lift Schools is seeking Exam Invigilators to support Four Dwellings Academy’s examination periods. You will help create a calm, well-organised environment and supervise students to ensure fair examinations.

No prior invigilation experience is required as training is provided; flexibility is needed to work during exam periods. Casual contract with training and support offered.

Qualifications

• Is reliable, punctual and well organised.
• Has excellent attention to detail and can follow instructions accurately.
• Can remain calm and professional in an examination environment.
• Communicates clearly and confidently with students and colleagues.
• Understands the importance of confidentiality.
• Can work independently as well as part of a team.
• Is flexible and available to work during examination periods.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Previous experience of working within a school or examination environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparing examination rooms and ensuring they are ready before students arrive.
• Supervising students throughout examinations and maintaining appropriate examination conditions.
• Distributing and collecting examination papers and other materials securely.
• Providing students with clear instructions at the beginning and end of examinations.
• Ensuring examination regulations and school procedures are followed at all times.
• Responding appropriately to queries and reporting any concerns or irregularities to the Exams Officer.
• Supporting students with approved access arrangements where required.
• Maintaining confidentiality and the security of examination materials.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Organised

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Flexibility

Safeguarding

School/exam environment experience (a‑

Job description

Are you reliable, organised and able to remain calm and professional in a busy environment?

We are looking for Exams Invigilators to join Lift Four Dwellings Secondary and support the smooth, effective running of examinations throughout the school year.

This is a flexible opportunity where you will work as and when required, particularly during key examination periods. You will play an important role in creating a calm, well-organised environment, ensuring examinations are conducted fairly and in accordance with required procedures.

No previous invigilation experience is necessary, as we will provide training and guidance.

Your new school

Four Dwellings Academy is part of Lift Schools, a national trust of 62 schools across the country, including 10schools in the Midlands.

Led by Principal Claire Stoneman, the school has undergone significant transformation and improvement. We are proud to be known as a “small school with a big heart”, where students are supported in a nurturing and ambitious environment.

Recent highlights include:

• Most improved school in South Birmingham for progress in 2024
• Among the most improved schools nationally
• A recent Good Ofsted judgment
• The best GCSE results in the school's history
• Our school values are built around the Three R's:
• Respect – treating others with kindness and dignity
• Resilience – persevering through challenges
• Responsibility – taking ownership of our actions and our futures

These values underpin our culture and guide the way we support our students every day.

Your new role

As an Exams Invigilator, you will support the school in delivering examinations in a secure, calm and well-organised environment.

Working closely with the Exams Officer and wider school team, you will supervise students during examinations and ensure all relevant procedures and regulations are followed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing examination rooms and ensuring they are ready before students arrive
• Supervising students throughout examinations and maintaining appropriate examination conditions
• Distributing and collecting examination papers and other materials securely
• Providing students with clear instructions at the beginning and end of examinations
• Ensuring examination regulations and school procedures are followed at all times
• Responding appropriately to queries and reporting any concerns or irregularities to the Exams Officer
• Supporting students with approved access arrangements where required
• Maintaining confidentiality and the security of examination materials

You will work as part of the wider exams team to help ensure students have a positive and well-managed examination experience.

What you'll need to succeed

We are looking for someone who:

• Is reliable, punctual and well organised
• Has excellent attention to detail and can follow instructions accurately
• Can remain calm and professional in an examination environment
• Communicates clearly and confidently with students and colleagues
• Understands the importance of confidentiality
• Can work independently as well as part of a team
• Is flexible and available to work during examination periods
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Previous experience of working within a school or examination environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why join Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

Discover how we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you: How we support you

This is a casual contract, working as and when required, at £13.45 per hour, with a proposed start date of November 2026.

• Safer Recruitment Statement - September 2026.pdf
• Exam Invigilator Job Description and Person Specification.pdf