Exam Invigilators

Newham College of Further Education; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A further education college is seeking an Exam Invigilator to ensure the smooth operation of examinations. Responsibilities include maintaining exam regulations, supporting students, and assisting with administrative tasks. Ideal candidates should be reliable, punctual, and possess strong communication skills. Previous experience is a plus but not required. This position offers flexible hours during weekdays, usually between 9 AM and 5 PM, with an average workload of 10-25 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual to ensure smooth exam conduct.
• Diligent with strong attention to uphold exam procedures.
• Excellent communication for interaction with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Invigilate examinations to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain a calm environment during exams.
• Assist Exams team with administrative tasks.

Skills

Reliable work ethic

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Calm under pressure

Job description

Job Overview

As an Exam Invigilator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of examinations across Newham college sites. Reporting directly to the Exams Manager.

This role offers flexible hours from Monday to Friday, typically between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, with occasional evening shifts depending on demand. With average working hours between 10-25 per week. However, these are not confirmed therefore we require candidates who are flexible.

Key Responsibilities

• Invigilating examinations to ensure adherence to regulations and procedures.
• Maintaining a calm, controlled environment to support students during exams.
• Assisting the Exams team with general administrative tasks as required.

Commitment to Equality of Opportunity

The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College's mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Recruitment Process

The email account you use to apply will be used for all recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.

All application forms must be fully completed, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting.

The salary for this position is inclusive of London weighting. Please note that we advertise our salaries on a range to indicate the trajectory of progression that can be made. Appointments are usually made at the start of the salary range.

We regret that we are unable to respond to every application. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.

What We’re Looking For

Newham College is looking for exam Invigilators to join our dedicated team on an hourly paid basis support examination across our campuses. Successful candidates are expected to be reliable, punctual, diligent, good communicators and to remain calm under pressure.

Ideal Candidate Skills and Experience

• A reliable and punctual work ethic to ensure exams are conducted smoothly.
• Diligence and attention to detail in upholding exam procedures and regulations.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with students and staff.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure.
• While previous experience in exam invigilation, particularly within a Further Education setting, is advantageous, it is not essential.

Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, all employment offers are subject to employment checks. These include (some of which are dependent on the role and the individual): Enhanced DBS including Children's Barred List check, DfE teaching/management Barred List check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.

About Newham College

Newham College London, now merged with NewVIc Sixth Form College, is the largest post-16 education provider in Newham. With campuses in East Ham, Stratford, Plaistow, and the London City Institute of Technology (LCIoT) in Canning Town, we serve over 11,000 students across a range of pathways - including 16-18 study, adult education, apprenticeships, and higher education.

With over 600 staff, four main campuses, and an annual turnover of £60 million, Newham College is one of the borough's largest employers and plays a key role in driving local economic and community development.