Exam Invigilator (x10) - Garstang Community Academy

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT); Lancashire; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS employer contributions above 13%

25% discount FCAT in-house services

Flexible working hours

Cycle to work scheme

Free eye tests

Free annual flu vaccine

Job summary

Garstang Community Academy, part of Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT), seeks casual Exam Invigilators to support examinations throughout the year. You will supervise pupils, ensure exam procedures are followed, and uphold safeguarding standards across multiple sessions.

Role is casual, with variable hours per exam timetable. Training and ongoing support are provided, and the position offers access to FCAT staff benefits and flexible working within school settings.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of invigilating tests and examinations.
• Ability to supervise pupils before, during and after examinations.
• Commitment to safeguarding and data protection rules.

Responsibilities

• Invigilate examinations and deal with irregularities.
• Assist in setting up examination venues and distribute papers.
• Communicate examination procedures to pupils and oversee behaviour.
• Respond to pupil requests during examinations.
• Ensure no unauthorised materials are consulted.
• Escort candidates during examinations (e.g. to toilet).
• Maintain attendance records for candidates.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding commitments.

Skills

Invigilate exams

Pupil supervision

Data protection

Job description

Exam Invigilator (x10) - Garstang Community Academy

Academy: Garstang Community Academy

Contract: Casual

Salary: NJC Pay Scale Grade B, Fixed Point 3 (currently £13.32 per hour)

Closing date for applications: 25 November 2026, 9.00am

Join Team FCAT

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary and all through as well as the Central Services and School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity and resilience guide us to be the best we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us.

As a Multi-Academy Trust we work in partnership with educational institutions locally to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, which is critical to our culture of continuous improvement. Full information about the trust and its work can be found on our website www.fcat.org.uk

About Garstang Community Academy

Garstang Community Academy is a vibrant, inclusive school dedicated to fostering a supportive and stimulating learning environment for our students. Located in the picturesque town of Garstang, we are situated in beautiful surroundings midway between Preston and Lancaster at the gateway to the Forest of Bowland. We pride ourselves on our strong community ethos and commitment to academic excellence. We have over 800 students on roll and approximately 75 staff. Our students come from a diverse geographical area which includes the market town of Garstang and its surrounding villages and hamlets, Blackpool and the cities of Lancaster and Preston. As a result, Garstang Community Academy is well-connected to various transportation links, making it accessible for students, staff, and visitors.

We aim to empower every student to achieve their potential, nurturing both their academic and vocational skills in order to facilitate their personal growth. We believe in a holistic approach to education, encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing support and development in your role
• Automatic pay progression annually for teaching and support staff
• 25% discount for FCAT in house Breakfast and After School Club provisions
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - employer contributions above 13%
• Flexible working hours - full time/part time or term time only supporting longer holidays
• A range of generous family leave options and pay
• 24/7 access to free health support services, including an online GP
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Free eye tests* (*conditions apply)

Candidates need to be available for November, December, April, May and June annually for the advertised role

For any questions regarding the vacancy please contact Grace Power, at [e-mail]

The Fylde Coast Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All staff are carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures that comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Following shortlisting this may include an online search and following an offer an enhanced DBS clearance.

To ensure the fair and proper conduct of examinations / tests according to the school’s /

an environment that enables pupils to perform at their best.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

General Duties:

To act in accordance with FCAT’s policies and procedures.

To act as a role model and work in accordance with the Trust values: pride,

ambition, respect, resilience, integrity and excellence.

To encourage and promote non

-

discriminatory behaviour and ensure equality and

diversity is sustained within FCAT and our academies.

To ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations and maintain

confidentiality in your working practices ea

ch day. To ensure compliance with

FCAT’s Health and Safety Policy at all times.

To adhere to FCAT’s Safeguarding policy and procedures to ensure that the duty of

care for all staff, including yourself to protect children and young people is

maintained.

A

ny other tasks and responsibilities reasonably appropriate to this post and grade.

To attend mandatory training and participate in performance development as

required.

To work in support of the Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter.

Job Description for the position of

Ca

sual E

xam Invigilator

1.

Invigilate the examination

, including dealing with examination irregularities;

2.

Assist in the setting up of examinations venues, laying out equipment and papers in

accordance with

procedures

.

3.

Communicate

examination procedures to pupils and oversee behaviour;

4.

Respond to pup

il requests during the examination;

5.

Ensure no unauthorised material is consulted;

6.

Escort candidates from the location during the examination, such as for toilet

7.

Maintain candidate attendance and absence records;

8.

Maintain confidentiality

and adhere to safeguarding procedures.

Indicative knowledge, skills and experience

Knowledge / skills equivalent to invigilate tests and examinations;

Skills for providing information to and supervising pupils before, during and

immediately after

pupil behaviour.

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