Exam Invigilator

Futura Learning Partnership; West of England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Confidential counselling and wellbeing

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Bedminster Down School in South Bristol is seeking a reliable exam invigilator to support the smooth running of internal and external examinations. You will help create a calm and supportive environment for students and ensure exams are conducted fairly and efficiently.

This casual, term-time role offers flexible hours during exam periods, with sessions typically two to four hours, starting around 8:30am or 12:45pm; training provided by the Exams Officer and experienced invigilators.

Qualifications

• Reliable and committed to supporting students during examinations.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students and staff.
• Shows a calm, professional and observant approach during exam sessions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise examinations and ensure fair and proper conduct in line with policy.
• Create a calm, supportive environment for students during exams.
• Assist in training sessions and be a reliable member of the examination team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Clear communication

Calm under pressure

Teamwork & independence

Job description

Bedminster Down School is looking for a reliable, attentive and committed Exam Invigilator to join our examinations team. This is an excellent opportunity to play an important role in ensuring the smooth, fair and effective running of both internal and external examinations. As an Invigilator, you will also help create a calm, supportive and reassuring environment for students as they complete their exams, helping them to perform at their best. Your work will directly support our students during some of the most important moments of their school journey.

You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.

About Bedminster Down School

Bedminster Down School in South Bristol is a thriving and inclusive secondary school committed to high achievement and personal development. With a strong sense of community and a supportive learning environment, the school nurtures ambition, confidence, and creativity in all students.

Bedminster Down School is part of Futura Learning Partnership, giving colleagues the opportunity to work within their own distinctive school community while benefiting from the collaboration, shared expertise and professional connections of a wider trust.

About Futura Learning Partnership

Futura Learning Partnership is a growing, values-led multi-academy trust of 26 schools, serving more than 12,000 children and young people across five local authority areas in the South West of England. Our schools span education from nursery and primary through to secondary and post-16, supported by more than 1,700 colleagues.

Each of our schools has its own distinctive identity and deep roots in its local community, but no school works alone. Collaboration sits at the heart of Futura: schools share expertise, learn from one another and take collective responsibility for giving children and young people the best possible opportunities.

Together, we are building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish. Our commitments to inclusion, community and growth guide how we work, the decisions we make, and the experience we want to create for pupils and colleagues.

About You

We’d love to hear from someone who:

• Has excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Communicates clearly and confidently with students and staff.
• Can remain calm, professional and observant throughout exam sessions.
• Works well as part of a team and independently.
• Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities

Our Culture and Offer

We want Futura to be a place where people feel valued, supported, and able to develop. Collaboration and shared learning are part of how we work, with opportunities to connect with colleagues across our schools, develop professionally, and contribute to the wider partnership.

Eligible colleagues can access a range of benefits designed to support health, wellbeing and development. These include a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments, as well as confidential counselling and wellbeing support, Cycle to Work Scheme, gym membership discounts and opportunities for professional and career development.

Role Information

• Start date: 02/11/2026
• This is a casual position - Flexible hours to be worked during internal and external examination periods, term time only.
• Examinations run at various times during the year and the sessions vary in time between two and four hours. There are no set hours, but morning sessions start at approximately 8:30am and afternoon sessions start at approximately 12.45pm. The start times will be confirmed prior to your first day and training will be provided by our Exams Officer and our experienced Invigilators.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Futura Learning Partnership, we believe that diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in senior leadership roles within education. We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and will provide reasonable adjustments wherever required.

Safeguarding

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children will form part of the selection process. For this post, pre-employment checks will include an enhanced DBS, barred-list check, two references (one from your most recent employer), health screening and online searches, in line with our safer recruitment policy.

The postholder will have a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.