Exam Invigilators (3946 )

Westmorland & Furness Council; England; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lakes School in Windermere invites applications for Exam Invigilators. This casual role is by negotiation during trial exams and formal exam seasons, with main exams from May to June and mock exams in November, December, March, and July.

You will supervise exams, ensure security of papers, and follow Examination Officer guidance, with full training provided. Applicants should have excellent communication skills and be prepared for an enhanced DBS and health check.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Full training and induction provided.
• Enhanced DBS and health check required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee examination periods in line with exam board guidelines.
• Maintain security of question papers and examination materials.
• Work under the guidance of the Examination Officer and with other invigilators.

Skills

Communication skills

Job description

• Closing date for applications: Friday 23 October 2026
• Employer:Westmorland and Furness Council

Exam Invigilators

Hours of work: Casual - by negotiation and agreement during trial exams and formal exams seasons

Job Family grade CE2: £25,949 FTE which includes The Living Wage discretionary supplement, equating to £13.45 per hour plus holiday pay.

The Lakes School is seeking Exam Invigilators to join our established and dedicated team. The successful candidates will make a significant contribution to the team overseeing the exam periods at The Lakes School. Our main exams take place during May to the end of June. Mock exams tend to be held in November and December, March and July.

An invigilator, under the guidance of the Examination Officer, is responsible for conducting examination board guidelines and maintaining the security of the question papers. Previous experience will be an advantage but full training and an induction will take place prior to commencement. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with our other team members.

We are a high achieving, fully comprehensive school; a dynamic and innovative centre at the heart of the Lake District where all pupils are encouraged to be inspired, feel challenged, become empowered. The Lakes School was graded good in all areas by OFSTED in January 2025.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and health check along with two satisfactory references. Applications will only be considered when submitted on a fully completed school application form. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the post regardless of age, sex, race or disability.

• Lakes School
• The
• Troutbeck Bridge
• Windermere
• LA23 1HW