Exam Invigilator

Teaching Vacancies; St Helens; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit education charity in St Helens is seeking Exam Invigilators to support a respectful examination environment in schools. Applicants should possess strong organizational skills and may benefit from flexible working arrangements. Training is provided, and the school offers competitive pay and various benefits including pension contributions and paid holidays.

Benefits

Starting salary with annual increments

Comprehensive induction and training

Local Government Pension Scheme

Family-friendly policies

Minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Candidates should be able to follow exam procedures and work under pressure.
• Flexibility in work patterns is valued.
• Full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exam procedures are followed.
• Set out and collect exam papers.
• Invigilate and assist students as needed.

Skills

Highly organized

Prioritization

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Good standard of education

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Outwood Academy Haydock is an 11-16 academy located in the former mining village of Haydock, within St Helens, Merseyside. Our recent OFSTED inspection in September 2024 rated the school as 'Good'.

We are seeking to appoint Exam Invigilators who can contribute to a respectful, supportive, and efficient examination environment. Responsibilities include ensuring exam procedures are followed, setting out and collecting exam papers and materials, admitting students to exam rooms, invigilating, and potentially reading and scribing for students.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, work independently, serve as a role model, and collaborate effectively within a team. We welcome applications from individuals with a good standard of education, including those seeking flexible work patterns, retirees, or semi-retired professionals. Full training will be provided.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust offers a stimulating environment that promotes learning and cultural development. We support career progression through leadership development, succession planning, and capacity building, enabling staff to advance at all levels.

What the school offers its staff

We support our staff with funded accredited training courses and apprenticeship opportunities up to Masters level. Benefits include:

• Starting salary with annual increments and inflation-linked increases, dependent on experience
• Comprehensive induction and training
• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions
• Flexible, family-friendly policies from day one
• Enhanced occupational benefits (maternity, adoption, parental leave) with no qualifying period
• Minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Flexible working patterns depending on the role

Additional benefits include:

• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts, including Synergy Car Leasing
• Access to discount sites

Further details:

We may close applications early, so apply promptly. The closing time will be 9am on the advertised closing date or earlier if decided.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) is a non-profit education charity, sponsoring over 40 schools across the North of England. We are committed to improving children's life chances through high standards, community engagement, and regeneration efforts. Our aim is to provide excellent education to all children, including the most vulnerable.

Commitment to safeguarding:

OGAT is dedicated to safeguarding children. All appointments are made following safer recruitment practices, including online checks, enhanced DBS checks, and suitability assessments.