Exam Invigilator

Canon Slade School; Bradshaw; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Career progression

Wellbeing support

Healthcare benefits

Lunch allowance

Job summary

Canon Slade School invites applicants to join our Invigilation Team as Exam Invigilator, supporting GCSE, A Level, BTEC and mock examinations with reliability and professionalism.

As a casual contract, successful candidates will cover exam timetables during the year, helping maintain exam room security and smooth administration while fostering a positive environment for students aged 11-16.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children aged 11-16 in an education setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the exams officer in maintaining the security and smooth running of the exam rooms.
• Keep papers and materials secure during and after examinations.

Skills

Teamwork

Rapport building

Motivation

Experience with students

Resilience

Flexibility

Job description

EXAM INVIGILATOR

GRADE B SCP 4 (£26,016)

ACTUAL SALARY £13.48 PER HOUR

AS AND WHEN REQUIRED DURING EXAM PERIODS

CASUAL CONTRACT

REQUIRED ASAP

Are you interested in joining the Invigilation Team here at Canon Slade and playing an integral part in shaping the future of our students? We have a team of friendly and experienced Invigilators, and we are looking for some new team members who are able to work at various exam times throughout the school year to cover the GCSE, A Level, Btec and mock exam timetables.

We are a very popular and successful Church of England Academy of 1,760 students (335 in the Sixth Form). Our students progress onto world‑class universities and institutions to further study or gain apprenticeships and employment. Our aim is to fulfil individual potential and prepare pupils for life in a rapidly changing world by providing an excellent education within a Christian environment.

Canon Slade School is a member of the Bishop Fraser Trust, a C of E multi academy trust established in 2017. This is an exciting time to join us as it provides a great opportunity to work closely with the other three High Schools in the MAT – St James’s C of E High School, Bolton St Catherine’s Academy and Bury C of E High School: sharing good practice and building on our ongoing progress.

WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE CANDIDATE WHO:

• Is a great team player, friendly and professional.
• Will quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with both our young people and colleagues.
• Will enthuse and motivate colleagues and students to work hard and try their best.
• Has previous experience of working with children aged 11-16 in an education setting
• Demonstrate personal resilience and role models those personal qualities we wish to instil in our young people.
• Has the ability and willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role.

YOUR MAIN DUTIES WOULD BE:

To assist the exams officer in maintaining the security and smooth running of the exam rooms in accordance with the external awarding body requirements. Have a passion for well‑organise administration systems and processes. This will include keeping papers and materials secure, during and after examinations.

IN RETURN, WE OFFER:

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Access to National College training, subject‑specific CPD, leadership pathways, and mentoring programs.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles. We use a ‘touchbase’ informal approach to focus on professional development as well as an annual career conversation with your manager!
• Wellbeing & Support: Leadership training focused on wellbeing, mental health resources, and staff networks.
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, with ongoing EDI training and initiatives.
• Long weekend off in November for teachers and term time support staff!
• Automatic pay progression for teachers we don’t have performance related appraisals and pay reviews!
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for all year‑round support staff. This increases to 28 days after 5 years!
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare.
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Amazing benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare.
• Fantastic facilities.
• A lunch allowance for those colleagues volunteering to assist in lunchtime duties or activities.

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 9th November 2026 @ 9.00am

INTERVIEWS: TBC

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