Exam Invigilator

tomatisphoto; Swindon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational institution as an Exam Invigilator! In this role, you will ensure that exams are conducted fairly and smoothly, supporting students throughout their examination experience. With responsibilities that include overseeing the exam environment and maintaining compliance with rules, this position offers a chance to contribute significantly to student success. Flexibility during peak exam periods is essential.

Benefits

Paid holiday into salary

College pension contribution

100% coverage for training and development

Healthcare cash plan

Free car parking

Discounts on-site services

Free onsite gym access

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sharp eye for detail and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Willingness to follow procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and distribute papers calmly.
• Ensure exam regulations are strictly followed.
• Monitor students for confusion or distress.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Empathy

Job description

Location: Swindon - North Star Campus and Queens Drive Campus

Salary: £12.54 per hour

As an Exam Invigilator, you will help ensure exams run like clockwork. Youll be the calm in the storm, the rule-keeper, the time-watcher, and the silent cheerleader for students doing their best.

What you will do as an Exam Invigilator

• Setting the scene: Preparing exam rooms, distributing papers, and welcoming students with quiet confidence.
• Keeping it fair: Ensuring exam regulations are followed to the letter no phones, no talking, no funny business.
• Staying alert: Watching for signs of malpractice, confusion, or distress and knowing exactly what to do if something goes awry.
• Supporting students: Guiding them through the process, answering procedural questions, and helping them stay calm and focused.
• Working as a team: Collaborating with the Exams Manager and fellow invigilators to keep everything running smoothly.
• Being flexible: Available during key exam periods (November, January, May, June, and July) and willing to work across both campuses.
  
  

Experience/Qualifications Of An Exam Invigilator

• A sharp eye for detail and a steady hand under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A sense of fairness, empathy, and professionalism.
• Confidence in following procedures and handling unexpected situations.
• Basic IT skills and a willingness to learn.
• Experience in education or administration is a bonus but not essential.
  
  

Benefits

• Holiday paid into your salary
• 21.7% College pension contribution to LGPS
• Staff development & training (100% employer coverage for training/development related to your role, and discounted part-time courses)
• Health care cash plan for employee & dependants
• Free car parking
• Discounted on-site hair, beauty & wellbeing
• Free of charge on-site gym
  
  

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work New College Swindon, then please do not hesitate to apply.

Compliance & Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and additional pre-employment screening before your appointment is confirmed.

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