Exam Invigilator

All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham; Warmley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

All Saints’ Academy invites applications for Exam Invigilators to support the Leader of Examinations and help run examinations smoothly. The role is during term-time with zero-hour contracts; start date is as soon as possible and main exam sessions occur in November, January, May and June.

No specific examination experience required; training provided. Applicants should understand the formality of exams and follow JCQ rules. The academy is committed to safeguarding and equal opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle situations calmly and logically.
• Work independently as well as part of a team while supporting and taking direction from the Leader of Examinations.
• No specific examination experience required; training provided.
• Understanding of JCQ rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Leader of Examinations with the smooth running of exams.
• Assist during main exam sessions in November, January, May and June.
• Ensure exams are conducted according to JCQ rules.
• Safeguarding and welfare of pupils observed.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Independent working

Job description

Exam Invigilator

Start date: As soon as possible

Salary: £13.28 per hour plus accrued holiday pay

Hours of Work: Zero - hour contract during term-time

Closing date: 10.00 am, Monday 05 October 2026

We are looking to recruit Exam Invigilators to support the Leader of Examinations with the smooth running of exams within the Academy. The main sessions of public examinations run during November, January, May and June however there are internal exams throughout the year in addition we are a school that runs GCSE, A-Level and BTEC courses.

No specific examination experience is necessary (training will be provided) however an understanding of the formality and importance of the examinations should be appreciated e.g. exams are carried out according to the rules and regulations set out by the Joint Council of Qualifications.

Essential requirements are: excellent organisational and interpersonal skills; the ability to handle situations in a calm and logical manner and to work independently as well as part of a team while supporting and taking direction from the Leader of Examinations.

Sponsored by the Anglican Diocese of Gloucester, we are an Academy serving at the heart of our local community. All Saints’ Academy has a Life Vision, ‘Where every member of our extended family realises their God-given potential, inspired by John 10:10. Jesus said 'I have come so you may have life in all its fullness’.

We are an inclusive Church Academy that welcomes applications from all denominations and those of none.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 recommendations. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.

All Saints’ Academy is committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees are given equal opportunities and that no applicants or employees are discriminated against on the basis of gender, gender reassignment, race, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, age or religion and belief.