Exam Invigilator

Lift Schools; Little Clacton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Lift Clacton is seeking an exam invigilator to support calm, fair and well‑organised exam experiences for students. You will work closely with the exams officer to ensure each exam runs smoothly, help set up rooms, supervise candidates and ensure JCQ regulations are followed at all times.

If you stay calm under pressure, pay close attention to detail, and want to contribute to students' success, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Good literacy skills and GCSE maths/English (grade 4) or equivalent.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle unexpected situations professionally.
• Clear, confident communication when giving instructions to groups.
• Team player who builds trusted relationships with colleagues and students.
• Shows initiative and follows schedules to meet deadlines.
• Genuine commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Set up exam rooms according to seating plans and ensure readiness before students arrive.
• Check identity, verify attendance, and distribute exam papers and materials.
• Supervise students during exams and enforce JCQ regulations at all times.
• Address questions, disruptions, or emergencies per school policies.
• Collect papers at end of exams and return them to the exams officer.
• Support orderly student egress and restore the venue afterward.

Skills

Literacy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Communication

Safeguarding

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4+)

Job description

We're looking for an exam invigilator to join our team and help create calm, fair and well-organised exam experiences for our students.

This is a vital support role. You'll work closely with our exams officer to make sure every exam runs smoothly and that all candidates feel supported and able to do their best. You'll help set up exam rooms, supervise students during exams, and ensure we follow Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations at all times.

If you're someone who stays calm under pressure, pays close attention to detail, and wants to contribute to students' success at a crucial moment in their education, we'd love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

You will:

• -set up exam rooms according to seating plans and make sure everything is ready before students arrive;
• -check student identity, verify attendance, and distribute exam papers and materials;
• -supervise students calmly and carefully during exams, making sure everyone follows the rules;
• -handle any questions from candidates and respond to any disruptions or emergencies according to school policies;
• -collect exam papers and materials carefully at the end of each exam and return them to the exams officer; and
• -support students to leave the exam room in an orderly way and help restore the venue afterwards.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who:

• -has good literacy skills and holds GCSE maths and English (grade 4) or equivalent qualifications;
• -can stay calm under pressure and handle unexpected situations with professionalism;
• -communicates clearly and confidently, especially when giving instructions to large groups;
• -works well as part of a team and builds trusted relationships with colleagues and students;
• -uses their own initiative and follows schedules to meet deadlines; and
• -shows a genuine commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.

Experience of working with children or in an education setting would be helpful, but it's not essential. What matters most is your ability to create a fair, supportive and well-organised environment where every student can succeed.

About Lift Clacton

Lift Clacton is a rapidly improving school at the heart of the community and achieved 'Good' in its most recent Ofsted inspection (June 2024).

We believe every child deserves an excellent education, every classroom, every day. Our staff are ambitious, supportive and committed to helping every student succeed, creating a culture where colleagues are valued and encouraged to develop professionally.

Joining Lift Clacton means becoming part of Lift Schools, one of the country's largest multi-academy trusts, offering excellent professional development, career progression opportunities and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact Saran Vijay, School Operations Manager, at [e-mail].

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work. Discover how we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you: How we support you.