Exam Invigilator

MERIDIAN TRUST; Weldon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Initial Teacher Training Team support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme (Defined benefit)

Job summary

Meridian Trust is seeking a flexible Exam Invigilator to join Weldon Village Academy. You will supervise students during examinations, ensuring integrity and security of exam papers and procedures. Full training will be provided, with responsibilities including seating plans and regulatory compliance.

Based at Weldon Village Academy, this casual term-time role offers supportive team dynamics, training opportunities, and a structured pension plan within Meridian Trust’s community-focused schools.

Qualifications

• A good educational background with GCSE or equivalent in English Language.
• Experience in supporting exam processes is not required as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during examinations under the direction of the Examinations Officer or Senior Invigilator.
• Invigilate internal and external examinations throughout the year.
• Ensure compliance with Exam Board Regulations and secure handling of papers.
• Complete seating plans and other examination-related documentation.
• Work flexibly within the examination timetable to cover unforeseen circumstances.

Skills

Supervision during exams

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE English Language or equivalent

Job description

We have a vacancy for a flexible and reliable individual to join our existing, efficient and friendly team at Weldon Village Academy as an Exam Invigilator. You will be required to supervise students during their examinations, ensuring that official guidelines and regulations for the integrity and security of examination papers and procedures are followed. Previous experience is not essential as full training will be provided. Weldon Village Academy is at the heart of the community and a school where every child is known, valued and supported, values intrinsic to Meridian Trust Schools.

The Opportunity

• To work at the direction of the Examinations Officer or Senior Invigilator.
• Invigilate a variety of external and internal examinations throughout the year.
• Ensure Exam Board Regulations are adhered to.
• Complete seating plans and other examination related documentation.
• Work flexibly within the examination timetable, covering unforeseen circumstances.
• Has a good educational background with GCSE or equivalent in English Language.
• Possess an understanding of the education system and how children learn.
• Able to work closely with pupils who are finding learning difficult, or those who have experienced a feeling of failure.
• Is firm but fair and possesses excellent organisation skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.
• Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 3

Hours of work: Casual Term Time, Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher's pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays