Exam Invigilators

Thinking Schools Academy Trust; Strood; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Maritime Academy, part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, invites applications for Exam Invigilators to join a brand new team. This casual, term-time role supports students during examinations with duties including setting up venues, checking packs, assisting candidates, and actively invigilating.

The posts offer flexible hours between 8:00am and 5:30pm, with sessions up to three hours and occasional extensions. Training is provided, and a reliable, detail-focused approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and reliability.
• Casual, term-time role with flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Setting up examination venues
• Checking and organising examination packs
• Assisting candidates before and during exams
• Actively invigilating during examinations
• Checking attendance and recording information accurately

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

About The Role

Do you want to join a brand new team?

Maritime Academy are expanding and are establishing a dedicated team of Exam Invigilators to support our students during examination periods. Our Exam Invigilators play a vital role in ensuring examinations are conducted fairly, efficiently, and in accordance with regulations.

Successful candidates will assist with:

• Setting up examination venues
• Checking and organising examination packs
• Assisting candidates before and during exams
• Actively invigilating during examinations
• Checking attendance and recording relevant information accurately

Exam Invigilators help maintain the integrity of the examination process while creating a calm and supportive environment in which students can perform at their best. Good written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with attention to detail and reliability.

This is a casual position, with hours varying between 8:00am and 5:30pm during busy exam periods. Exam sessions can last up to three hours, and invigilation duties may extend to approximately four hours in some cases.

All successful applicants will be required to attend a training session, where full training for the role will be provided.

This role would particularly suit someone who is reliable and looking for flexible, term-time work.

About Us

The Maritime Academy is proud to be part of the TSAT family. We embrace a cognitive approach to education and our ethos values are aligned with that of the wider Trust family and our commitment to transform life chances is evident in everything that we do. This is an exciting time to join our organisation as we expand our network of schools, building upon our established ethos and values.

Maritime Academy, is a new state of the art secondary school serving the community of Medway, which opened in September 2022 and moved to their brand new premises in September 2024.

“The school is a welcoming and inclusive environment, where ‘e' xcellence is a habit’. It exudes a strong sense of community.” Ofsted 2025

Click here to learn more about our school and our vision

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. That’s why we invest in our people, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement.From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships at every level, we provide clear pathways for progression and exciting promotional opportunities across regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers. Enjoy reduced membership fees at our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes.

Employee Recognition: Refer a Friend and TSTARS Staff Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questionsregardingthis process, please email [e-mail]