Exam Invigilator

The Supply Register; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

The Supply Register is seeking Seasonal Exam Invigilators to cover Birmingham partner schools and Multi-Academy Trusts during examination periods. The role offers flexible hours, with training provided and support from a dedicated Partnership Executive. Prior invigilation experience is welcome but not essential.

Applicants must be able to prepare rooms, check IDs, supervise exams, manage materials, and maintain a calm, professional environment while adhering to examination regulations.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, professional and able to remain vigilant during examinations.
• Reliable, punctual and well organised.
• Able to follow instructions and examination regulations accurately.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in schools or invigilating exams is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare examination rooms before each exam.
• Check candidate identification and seating arrangements.
• Supervise students during examinations and ensure regulations are followed.
• Distribute and collect examination papers and materials.
• Maintain a calm, quiet and professional environment.
• Record attendance and report incidents or irregularities.
• Assist with setting up and clearing examination venues.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of examination materials.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Punctuality

Regulations

Teamwork

School invigilation (desired)

Job description

Seasonal Exam Invigilator Birmingham

Location: Birmingham
Hours: Flexible, during examination periods (Term Time Only)
Contract: Seasonal / Temporary
Start Date: ASAP

The Supply Register is recruiting Seasonal Exam Invigilators to work across our partner schools and Multi-Academy Trusts in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for reliable, organised individuals looking for flexible work during school examination periods. Previous experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.

The Role

As an Exam Invigilator, you will play a vital role in ensuring examinations are conducted fairly and in accordance with the regulations set by the awarding bodies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing examination rooms before each exam.

• Checking candidate identification and seating arrangements.

• Supervising students during examinations, ensuring exam regulations are followed at all times.

• Distributing and collecting examination papers and materials.

• Maintaining a calm, quiet and professional examination environment.

• Recording attendance and reporting any incidents or irregularities.

• Assisting with setting up and clearing examination venues.

• Ensuring the confidentiality and security of examination materials.

The Ideal Candidate

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Calm, professional and able to remain vigilant throughout examinations.

• Reliable, punctual and well organised.

• Able to follow instructions and examination regulations accurately.

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

• Previous experience working in a school or invigilating exams is desirable but not essential.

Essential Compliance Requirements

As this role is within a school, successful applicants must be able to:

• Provide a full employment history covering the last 24 months.

• Provide a minimum of two employment references (three if you have not previously worked with children).

• Complete an Employment History Form covering every month from leaving full-time education.

• Provide character references where required to cover any gaps in employment.

• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.

• Provide proof of right to work in the UK.

• Provide two proofs of address, proof of National Insurance and any relevant name change documentation.

• Provide an overseas police check if you have lived outside the UK for more than six months.

• Complete our free mandatory safeguarding and compliance training.

Why Join The Supply Register?

• Flexible working to fit around your availability.

• Weekly pay through PAYE.

• Opportunities to work across a range of schools and Multi-Academy Trusts.

• Full support from your dedicated Partnership Executive.

• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within the education sector.

If you're looking for flexible work and would like to support schools during their examination periods, we'd love to hear from you.