Exam Invigilator at Sharnbrook Academy

The Martin Bacon Academy; Sharnbrook; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities

ITTs (Initial Teacher Training)

Mental health support program

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme (local government/teac)

Healthcare benefits and eye test/Vacc

Free on-site parking

Discounts on benefits

Job summary

Meridian Trust seeks an Exam Invigilator to join Sharnbrook Academy. You will supervise students during examinations and ensure the integrity and security of papers and procedures under the Examinations Officer's direction.

Full training will be provided; prior experience is not essential. The role is casual contract, term time only, with opportunities to cover a variety of examinations throughout the year.

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent in English Language.
• Understanding of the education system and how children learn.
• Ability to work with pupils who are finding learning difficult or have experienced failure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during examinations.
• Ensure Exam Board Regulations are adhered to.
• Complete seating plans and examination-related documentation.
• Work flexibly within the timetable to cover unforeseen circumstances.

Skills

Organisation skills

Attention to detail

Pupil support

Education

GCSE English Language

Job description

About this Role

Vacancy for Exam Invigilator

Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 3, Point 3

Hours of work: Casual Contract, Term Time Only.

We have a vacancy for a flexible and reliable individual to join our existing, efficient and friendly team at Sharnbrook 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.

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.

The ideal candidate

• 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.

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is avalues-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of thehighest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on itscommitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart oflocal communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and specialschools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire andNorthamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers awealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which arehighlighted 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

To explore our full range ofbenefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications: 30.09.2026

Interviews will be held on: W/C 12.10.2026

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.