Exam Invigilators

Robert Barclay Academy; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Robert Barclay Academy in Hoddesdon seeks exam invigilators to join a committed team. You must be punctual, with a flexible attitude toward mornings and afternoons, and be able to commit to at least two days per week during peak exam periods. Full training will be provided to ensure consistent standards.

The role supports the main external examination season (May/June) and other exams throughout the year, starting from 8:15am and 12:45pm, finishing around 4:30pm. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Must be punctual and flexible with work hours.
• Attention to detail essential for exam supervision.
• Good communication skills required to interact with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and invigilate exams in accordance with school policy.
• Ensure exam timings are followed and maintain a quiet, controlled environment.
• Attend full training provided by the school.

Skills

Punctual

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Robert Barclay Academy - Hoddesdon

Exam Invigilators £12.71 + holiday pay

Start date: November/December 2026

Robert Barclay Academy is looking to appoint additional members to its team of committed and friendly exam invigilators. The main external examination season runs through May and June, with other exams and assessments held periodically throughout the year from November to July. You must be punctual, have a flexible attitude to work, be able to demonstrate an attention to detail and possess good communication skills. You must be available from 8:15am for morning exams and from 12.45pm for afternoon exams, some of which may not finish until 4:30pm. Preference will be given to applicants who can commit to at least two days per week at Robert Barclay Academy during the exam seasons. Full training will be provided.

Diversity: The Scholars’ Education Trust is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We want to attract and retain the very best staff in all areas of the trust, ensuring our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community.

Closing date for applications: 9am 30th September 2026

Interviews : TBC

We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Declaration of criminal offences

The trust is required to give you the opportunity to voluntarily declare convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not ‘protected’ as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). You will be provided with a criminal self-declaration form by the school if you are shortlisted for the post. All posts in schools are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If you are appointed you will be required to have an up to date Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate. The existence of a criminal background does not automatically mean that you cannot be appointed but it may do so.