Exam Invigilator

Sawtry Village Academy; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Local government/Teacher’s pension

Free eye test vouchers

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Sawtry Village Academy is seeking reliable Exam Invigilators to join our friendly team. You will supervise examinations, ensuring integrity and security of papers and procedures. Full training will be provided, no prior experience required, with casual hours during exam periods.

You will work under the Examinations Officer or Senior Invigilator, invigilating various exams and maintaining compliance with Exam Board Regulations. Strong organisational skills are advantageous.

Qualifications

• GCSE English or equivalent qualification.
• Understanding of the education system and how pupils learn.
• Ability to support pupils who may be struggling with learning.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during examinations and ensure integrity of papers.
• Work at direction of Examinations Officer or Senior Invigilator.
• Invigilate external and internal examinations throughout the year.
• Complete seating plans and related examination documentation.

Skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE English or equivalent

Job description

Vacancy for Exam Invigilator

Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 3, Point 3 (13.31 per hour)

Hours of work: Casual Hours during exam periods

We have vacancies for flexible and reliable individuals to join our existing, efficient and friendly team at Sawtry Village Academy as Exam Invigilators. You will be required to supervise students during their examinations, ensuring that official guidelines and regulations for the integrity and security of examination papers and procedures are followed. Previous experience is not essential as full training will be provided.

The Opportunity

• To work at the direction of the Examinations Officer or Senior Invigilator.
• Invigilate a variety of external and internal examinations throughout the year.
• Ensure Exam Board Regulations are adhered to.
• Complete seating plans and other examination related documentation.
• Work flexibly within the examination timetable, covering unforeseen circumstances.

The ideal candidate

• Has a good educational background with GCSE or equivalent in English Language.
• Possess an understanding of the education system and how children learn.
• Able to work closely with pupils who are finding learning difficult, or those who have experienced a feeling of failure.
• Is firm but fair and possesses excellent organisation skills and a keen eye for detail.

About Sawtry Village Academy

Sawtry Village Academy is part of the successful and expanding Meridian Trust, a group of primary and secondary schools, plus three special schools. Sawtry is a fast-growing village with excellent transport links to the North and South via the A1/A14.

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

Closing date for applications: Monday 16th November 2026, 9.00 am

Interviews will be held on: 19th or 20th November 2026

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that suitable candidates are sourced.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.