Exam Invigilator at Cottenham Village College

Cottenham Village College; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Cottenham Village College is seeking reliable and flexible Exam Invigilators to supervise students during mock and external examinations. This casual role fits around your availability, with full training provided and schedules agreed in advance.

Ideal candidates are punctual, calm under pressure, highly organised, and able to stand for extended periods. The role supports the Examinations Office across the academic year and may involve varied shift patterns. Closing date 01-03-2026.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual in attendance and performance.
• Excellent interpersonal communication with students and staff.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Able to maintain calm, orderly conditions during exams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Examinations Officer in the smooth running of exams.
• Collect and return papers and materials to the Examination Office.
• Start, conduct and finish examinations in line with JCQ regulations.
• Maintain a calm, secure and compliant exam environment.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Clear communication

Organisational skills

Calm under pressure

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Job description

About this Role

Cottenham Village College is seeking to expand our team of dedicated and enthusiastic Examination Invigilators to supervise students during both mock and external examinations throughout the academic year. This is a casual role, offering flexibility to fit around your availability during exam periods. Full training will be provided, and schedules will be agreed in advance.

Exam Invigilators - Cottenham Village College

Pay: £13.52 per hour

Contract: Casual contract

The Role

Cottenham Village College is seeking to expand our team of dedicated and enthusiastic Examination Invigilators to supervise students during both mock and external examinations throughout the academic year. This is a casual role, offering flexibility to fit around your availability during exam periods. Full training will be provided, and schedules will be agreed in advance.

• Support the Examinations Officer in the smooth running of exams.
• Collect and return papers and materials to the Examination Office.
• Start, conduct and finish examinations in line with JCQ regulations.
• Maintain a calm, secure and compliant exam environment.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Excellent communicators with strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised with attention to detail.
• Able to maintain calm and disciplined conditions.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules.
• Physically able to patrol exam rooms and stand for extended periods.

About Us

Cottenham Village College is a successful school near Cambridge, with well-behaved pupils and a supportive staff team committed to delivering an ambitious curriculum. As part of Astrea Academy Trust, we value diversity and inclusion and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

ClosingDate:

The closingdate for applications is 01-03-2026.

Commitmentto Safeguarding and EDI:

AstreaAcademy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

FlexibleInterview Dates:

Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.