Exam Invigilators

Midsomer Norton Primary; Radstock; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset Studio School in Radstock is seeking casual exam invigilators to supervise external examinations in line with JCQ regulations.

You will identify candidates, prepare rooms, manage seating, monitor behaviour, and assist with script collection and return; the role also involves basic administrative duties requested by the Examinations Officer. The position offers flexible hours during exam periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervision of the conduct of the exam in accordance with the JCQ regulations.
• Assist with correct identification of all candidates and the registering of students.
• Assist with the preparation of the examination room to ensure the conditions meet JCQ requirements.
• Support the supervision of the entry of students in a quiet and orderly manner in accordance with the seating plan provided.
• Ensure candidates are aware they are under examination conditions and ensure that no unauthorised materials are brought to the exam.
• Distribute the correct papers and stationery to students in an orderly and timely manner.
• Ensure that the start and end time of the exams are displayed and the seating plan is maintained and signed.
• Monitor student behaviour and external noise in a quiet and unobtrusive manner.
• Distribute additional paper / equipment as required.
• Ensure candidates with special educational needs and/or exam concessions are correctly supervised and entitlements respected.
• Supervision of ‘clash’ candidates between examinations as required.
• Be responsible for students in the event of a fire, ensuring they are moved to a safe place but kept separate from other students.
• Respond to candidates queries in line with JCQ regulations and deal with any problems which arise in liaison with the Admissions and Examinations Officer.
• Ensure efficient timekeeping is maintained and ensure the incident log is completed accurately.
• Collect and check scripts at the end of the exam and collate question papers and other materials for return to the Examinations Officer.
• Ensure examination conditions are maintained until all candidates have left the room.
• Prepare for the next exam session if required.
• Assist with the return of scripts to the Examinations Officer on completion of the exam, ensuring that all scripts have been collected and placed in register order.
• Occasional administrative duties to include assistance with despatch of scripts.

Job description

# Exam InvigilatorsEmployer: Somerset Studio SchoolLocation: Radstock, SomersetContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: CasualSalary: Grade 1. Point 3-4Posted: 12th November 2026Expires: 18th December 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1583980* Share :* PrintSomerset Studio School is a unique and small specialist Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics school with students' pastoral care, educational needs and personal future aspirations at its very heart. We have a small team of 20 staff and just 262 students on roll, aged 14 to 19 years and we serve the communities of Radstock, Frome, Midsomer Norton and surrounding villages.**Main Duties and Responsibilities**Assist supervision of the conduct of the exam in accordance with the JCQ regulations.Assist with correct identification of all candidates and the registering of students. Assist with the preparation of the examination room to ensure the conditions meet JCQ requirements.Support the supervision of the entry of students in a quiet and orderly manner in accordance with the seating plan provided.Ensure candidates are aware they are under examination conditions and ensure that no unauthorised materials are brought to the exam.Distribute the correct papers and stationery to students in an orderly and timely manner.Ensure that the start and end time of the exams are displayed and the seating plan is maintained and signed.Monitor student behaviour and external noise in a quiet and unobtrusive manner.Distribute additional paper / equipment as required.Ensure candidates with special educational needs and/or exam concessions are correctly supervised and entitlements respected.Supervision of ‘clash’ candidates between examinations as required.Be responsible for students in the event of a fire, ensuring they are moved to a safe place but kept separate from other students.Respond to candidates queries in line with JCQ regulations and deal with any problems which arise in liaison with the Admissions and Examinations Officer.Ensure efficient timekeeping is maintained and ensure the incident log is completed accurately.Collect and check scripts at the end of the exam and collate question papers and other materials for return to the Examinations Officer.Ensure examination conditions are maintained until all candidates have left the room.Prepare for the next exam session if required.Assist with the return of scripts to the Examinations Officer on completion of the exam, ensuring that all scripts have been collected and placed in register order.Occasional administrative duties to include assistance with despatch of scripts.**Job Purpose:**Provide invigilation cover for external examinations in accordance with Exam Board regulations as established by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) and carry outassociated administrative and clerical duties as requested by the Examinations Officer.**Full details can be found on the Job Description****Safeguarding Statement**Somerset Studio School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers toshare this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientationor religion