Exam Invigilator

Hopwood Hall; Middleton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Hopwood Hall in Middleton is seeking an Exam Invigilator to support students during examinations and help ensure the smooth running of external exams.

The role involves reading and scribing for students, assisting with venue setup, and upholding quiet during exams. Flexible hours allow participation across exam periods at the Middleton campus.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in an education establishment.
• Experience as a reader or scribe.
• Understanding of the examination process.

Responsibilities

• Read and scribe for students during external examinations.
• Attend training relevant to reading and scribing when available.
• Assist with setting up exam venues by distributing papers and stationery per guidelines.
• Ensure silent environment during examinations.
• Check attendance and record on the relevant document.
• Collect exam scripts and return to the Exams Department.
• Pursue continuous development of professional knowledge.
• Perform other duties at a similar level of responsibility.

Skills

Education sector experience

Reader/Scribe experience

Job description

Exam Invigilator

Application Deadline: 10 January 2027

Department: Exams

Employment Type: Flexible

Location: Middleton

Compensation: £14.19 / hour

Description

To support students during their exams, and to ensure the smooth running of all external examinations.

Key Responsibilities

• To read and scribe for students during their external examinations when required


• To attend any training relevant to reading and scribing where available


• To assist with setting up exam venues by distributing exam stationery and papers in accordance with the Joint Council guidelines


• To ensure silence is maintained throughout the duration of the examinations


• To check attendance during examinations and record on the relevant document


• Collect exam scripts at the end of the examination and return to the Exams Department


• Ensure continuous development and improvement of professional knowledge


• Any other duties, of a similar level of responsibility, as may be required.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Experience

Essential Criteria

• Experience of working in an education establishment


• Experience as a reader or scribe

How Identified

Application/ Interview

Specialist Knowledge

Essential Criteria

• An understanding of the examination process

How Identified

Application/ Interview