Exam Invigilators

Merstham Park School; Merstham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Wellbeing initiatives

Career progression

Job summary

Merstham Park School is recruiting casual Examination Invigilators to supervise students during internal and external examinations. The role offers flexible morning or afternoon shifts and an ASAP start, with hourly pay and holiday pay.

Ideal candidates will be fair, reliable, punctual, proactive, and capable of working independently or as part of a team while safeguarding students during assessments.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Proactive approach to handling examinations and situations.
• Calm and positive attitude under supervision.
• Keen eye for detail in monitoring exam conditions.
• Flexibility to cover morning or afternoon sessions.
• Interest in flexible, casual work and occasional shifts.

Skills

Safeguarding

Punctual

Independent working

Proactive

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Your opportunity

We are recruiting for dedicated Examination Invigilators who will be employed on a casual basis to supervise students taking both internal and external examinations throughout the year.

This is a flexible, casual position and we are interested in hearing from all candidates seeking flexible work.

Examinations take place in the morning or afternoons, allowing for flexible working patterns.

About Merstham Park

At Merstham Park, our ethos is simple - igniting a passion for learning. We are proud to be a values driven school which encourages its staff and students to embrace these values in all that they do. This approach provides everyone with the opportunity to exceed beyond their potential.

As a growing school we are excited and proud of our state of the art facilities which we opened in September 2022. Our brand new home is tailored to enable our staff and students to develop unique skill sets in a truly first-class educational setting through the creation of inviting and interactive learning environments.

As the school grows the career progression for our staff is endless. We will be looking to enhance the opportunities for everyone to grow in their roles, whether that is through individual CPD or through additional responsibilities.

Our team of passionate staff are committed to providing children with the very best educational experience. We recognise the importance of academic success whilst embracing our wider role in preparing students for their adult life beyond the formal examined curriculum.

To review the Job Description and Personal Specification for this role please download the attached Recruitment Pack.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will:

• Be fair and firm, but friendly and approachable in dealing with students
• Have the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Be proactive
• Have the ability to respond appropriately to emerging situations
• Be reliable and punctual
• Have a calm and positive attitude
• Have a keen eye for detail
• Have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our School Support Team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

Our Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: ASAP / Subject to examination timetable.

Closing Date: 4th October 2026

Hourly rate: £13.48 + holiday pay

Hours of work: Casual

Interview date: TBA