Exam Invigilator

TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust); Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Miltoncross is an academy within TKAT where we seek enthusiastic invigilators to supervise examinations under the guidance of the Examinations Officer. No prior experience is required as full training is provided, and roles are part-time with hours that vary across examination periods.

Candidates must be over 18, reliable, punctual and able to relate to students. The position is based in Portsmouth, with casual contracts during January, March, May, June, November and December.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and the ability to relate to learners.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with students.
• Reliability and punctuality are essential.
• Flexible and able to adapt to exam timetables.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and follow guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise examinations under the direction of the Examinations Officer.
• Support and maintain calm, orderly conducting of exams during main periods.
• Full training will be provided; over 18s and reliable applicants are welcome.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Job description

Exam Invigilator

CAPTION:

• Company: TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust)
• Salary: £14.98 per hour part time casual
• Hours: Part-time
• Location: Portsmouth, PO3 6RB
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 2 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 1 Nov 2026

Job Advert

Miltoncross is an academy at the heart of its community that has very high aspirations for all of its staff and students. We operate by the core values of Work Hard. Be Kind. No Excuses in order to foster a learning community where everybody values each other and everybody values the power of learning. We offer a supportive and collegiate working environment where we all have the same goal - outstanding learning for children.

We are now one year into building a fresh, optimistic and sustainable culture where staff and students are always fulfilled because they know that they are doing their best work for the right reasons. Our systems and structures are designed to liberate staff and students, freeing us all up from the challenges of uncertainty and relentless workload which in turn enables creativity, excitement and essentially, it makes coming to school enjoyable for all! To understand this better, do ask to read our Blueprint for Brilliance which outlines everything we do, why and how. This could really help you make an informed decision about whether this is your next career move or not. We think it should be! Staff and students enjoy their days in excellent modern buildings with superb facilities. We are located on the West of Portsmouth and access is easy from the M27 or A27. Many staff commute easily from Southampton, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and West Sussex either by car or by public transport.

We are looking to appoint suitably enthusiastic and / or experienced individuals as a bank of Invigilators to cover the main examination periods of January, March, May, June, November and December. These posts are casual contracts with hours and days varying according to needs of the school. Appointed invigilators will be responsible for supervising examinations under the direction of the Examinations Officer. No experience is necessary as full training will be given, but applicants should have good communication skills and be able to adhere to strict guidelines as set out by the Examination Boards. Invigilators need to be over 18, reliable and punctual, highly flexible, able to relate to learners. It's a part-time role, but one that can make a real difference.

Successful applicants will be able to work alone or as part of a team, have a good eye for detail and be able to remain calm under pressure. You will need to have:

• Flexibility in working hours and ability to offer medium term commitment
• Good organisational skills - Reliability and punctuality
• Willingness to work as part of a team
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate to students

Previous experience of working in a school environment is desirable, but not essential as full training will be provided. We would be really excited to receive applications from anybody who is interested in this role. If you would like to visit the academy or would like further information, please email our Exams Manager, Linsey Dyer on [e-mail]

Please note we retain the right to close the vacancy advert early should suitable applicants apply before the closing date. AS such I would recommend if you are interested to apply ASAP.

Working for TKAT

In return, as an employee of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), you will benefit from:

• A wide variety of opportunities for professional development, including the potential to develop your career at more than one TKAT academy;
• Opportunities to work flexibly, where possible;
• Our support for your wellbeing at work; and
• The rewards of working to improve the life chances of our pupils.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Flexible working

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse

TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.