Exam Invigilator

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Coventry is seeking an Exam Invigilator to oversee and supervise various examinations. This casual role requires a reliable individual with good communication skills and the ability to work with young learners. Successful candidates must be committed to safeguarding children's welfare. Competitive hourly rate offered.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Focus on staff wellbeing

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of working (paid or unpaid) with children of appropriate age range would be desirable.
• Comfortable addressing large groups of students.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise examinations throughout the school year.
• Ensure guidelines for exam integrity are followed.
• Respond to concerns regarding children's safety.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

Job Title: Exam Invigilator

Employment Status: Casual

Working Hours: Various

Salary: £12.65 per hour, Paid Hourly

Required: As soon as possible

Location: Blue Coat C of E School, Terry Road, Coventry

Reporting to: Exams Manager

About the role

We are seeking to appoint additional invigilators to join our examination team. This role is to oversee and supervise examinations as necessary throughout the school year and as such, our Invigilators are employed on a casual basis, with hours and days of work subject to the timings of each examination. Invigilation covers a range of different examinations and settings in the form of Written, Spoken, Art, Textiles and Technology.

Examinations run in the months of: November/December, January, May and June

We are looking for someone who: Will relate positively to all learners, Is extremely reliable, enthusiastic and flexible, Has good verbal communication skills, Can demonstrate a commitment to teamwork

Experience of working (paid or unpaid) with children of appropriate age range would be desirable. The successful candidates will ensure that guidelines and regulations for the integrity and security of the examination papers and procedures are followed during examination sessions and be comfortable addressing large groups of students.

All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training and, familiarise themselves with KCSIE part 1 and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy.

About us

Blue Coat is a successful and oversubscribed school in the heart of the city of Coventry. As a Christian school our intake draws from both the local area and across the city and surrounding areas. Consequently, we have a diverse intake and a culturally thriving school.

We have a large and successful Post 16 provision with 350 pupils on average studying either A levels or Vocational Level 3 courses. We have excellent rates of progression to universities, apprenticeships and employment.

Why work for us?

A career at Inspire Education Trust offers a rewarding future, with the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives and outcomes of our young people. We work hard to provide an environment which places staff wellbeing at the forefront of the agenda, as well as providing ample opportunities for personal and professional development.

We offer a portfolio of benefits designed to enhance and support the working lives of our staff. These include: A highly supportive and committed senior leadership team, Employee Assistance Programme, A focus on staff wellbeing, Opportunity to join a committed and forward-thinking team of staff, Employee Benefits platform providing staff access to a range of benefits

How to apply:

All applications must be received electronically. If you have any queries about the post, please email Aggi Jozwiak – Administration Assistant

Closing date: Monday 20th October 2025, Interview date: Monday 3rd November 2025

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and appointments will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks including enhanced DBS and references.

We aim to recruit the very best staff and welcome those from all backgrounds, communities and faiths (including non-faith individuals). Inspire Education Trust is clear about its responsibilities in embracing diversity and ensuring we recruit people of a high calibre based on their skills, abilities, and experience.