Exam Invigilator

Hans Price Academy; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Hans Price Academy in Weston-super-Mare is seeking an Exam Invigilator to provide flexible, casual support during busy exam periods. The role offers an hourly rate of £13.45 and is suitable for someone who can work across mock exams and external sittings throughout the year.

You will follow processes precisely, stay calm under pressure, and support a diverse pupil body in a calm, fair and compliant examination environment.

Qualifications

• Have practical experience of following processes and procedures accurately
• Possess strong interpersonal, organisational and time management skills
• Be able to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to unexpected situations
• Demonstrate a caring, patient and understanding approach, with sensitivity to students’ individual needs
• Be able to work effectively both as part of a team and independently

Responsibilities

• Flexibly provide exam invigilation across mock exams and external exam periods (Nov, Jan, Mar, May/June)
• Set up exam environments before the school day and sometimes after hours
• Ensure examinations are conducted in a calm, fair and compliant environment
• Refer to full role requirements in the job description before applying

Job description

Job Title:Exam Invigilator

Hourly Rate:£13.45 per hour (CLF Grade Aii)

Contract Type:Casual Basis

Potential Start:October 2026 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks)

An opportunity to provide flexible, casual support to the academy team during busy exam periods.

We are seeking an Exam Invigilator to join our supportive and dedicated team at Hans Price Academy. Due to an increase in exam access arrangements, we require an additional invigilator to support a growing number of rooms and pupils across the academy.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting students of all abilities, ensuring exams are conducted in a calm, fair and compliant environment.

As a casual role, you will work when available and be called upon during key exam periods. Invigilators are asked to commit to our exam windows, which total approximately 10–12 weeks across the academic year.

About the Role:

• This position requires flexibility, as exams take place at various points throughout the year. These typically include:
• Mock exams across different year groups
• External exam periods in November, January and March
• Summer exams during May and June
• Working hours may vary, as exam environments need to be set up before the school day begins and can occasionally run beyond the end of the school day.

About You

You will:

• Have practical experience of following processes and procedures accurately
• Possess strong interpersonal, organisational and time management skills
• Be able to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to unexpected situations
• Demonstrate a caring, patient and understanding approach, with sensitivity to students’ individual needs
• Be able to work effectively both as part of a team and independently

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

About Hans Price Academy:

Hans Price Academy is a forward-thinking secondary school located in Weston-super-Mare. Hans Price children are excited to learn and are real ambassadors for our increasingly diverse community. They benefit from a hugely positive and supportive learning environment housed in excellent, modern facilities.

At Hans Price we believe that at the heart of our students’ learning experience is the quality of what we deliver, and we continually strive to provide excellent opportunities in a broad range of subjects and extra-curricular settings. Fulfilment of individual potential is at the very heart of what we hope to achieve and development of students’ wider character alongside high academic expectations is something we feel very strongly about.

Why work at CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered

What we can offer you:

• Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Generous annual leave.
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in‑role/wider-trust development opportunities.
• Well‑being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.

Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!

Recruitment timeline:

Closing Date: 6 September 2026 @11.59pm

Shortlisting Date: 7 September 2026

Interview Date: 16 September 2026

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs - a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

Please note we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.