Exam Invigilator

The Independent Schools Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Ipswich High School is seeking to appoint new staff to join our dedicated and hardworking Exams team. The team is responsible for setting up and running all internal and external exams in line with national guidelines.

This includes preparing exam rooms, distributing papers, supervising students during exams, and ensuring a calm, secure environment. The ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, an attention to detail, able to use their own initiative and abide by necessary

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to use own initiative.
• Able to abide by examination regulations.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible during busy exam periods.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and running all internal and external exams in line with national guidelines.
• Preparing exam rooms and distributing papers.
• Supervising students during exams and ensuring a calm, secure environment.
• Collaborating with other invigilators to run exams smoothly and fairly.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Initiative

Exam regulations

Job description

Ipswich High School are seeking to appoint new staff to join our dedicated and hardworking Exams team.

The team are responsible for setting up and running all internal and external exams in line with national guidelines. This includes preparing exam rooms, distributing papers, supervising students during exams, and ensuring a calm, secure environment. You'll be supported by experienced staff and work closely with other invigilators to make sure every exam runs smoothly and fairly.

The ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, an attention to detail, able to use their own initiative and abide by necessary examination regulations. In addition, you will need to be reliable, punctual, professional, approachable and flexible with your availability during the busy exam periods.

No previous experience is necessary, as full training will be provided.

Closing date: Friday, 16th October 2026 at 9.00 am