Examination Invigilator

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on school grounds

Flexible working opportunities

Pension scheme

Job summary

Copleston High School is seeking an Examination Invigilator to join its Examinations Team in Ipswich. The role involves supervising public examinations at GCSE, Key Skills and A Level, with busiest periods in November, May and June. Training will be provided; expect casual hours and a £13.48 per hour rate.

Applicants should hold GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) and be available during exam periods. Benefits include pension schemes and parking on site.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level grade C or above in Mathematics and English or equivalent.
• Able to follow uniform and exam procedures with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration and supervision of public examinations (GCSE, Key Skills, A Level).
• Ensure exam rules are followed and materials are collected/returned correctly.
• Report anomalies and incidents to the Examinations Team.

Skills

GCSE Math

GCSE English

Education

GCSEs in Mathematics and English

Job description

• Copleston High School
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5HD
• Salary: £13.48 per hour
• Hours: Casual
• Contract: Casual, required as and when needed
• Reference: 5627

1980 students (includes 331 in the Sixth Form).

Copleston High School is looking for an Examination Invigilator.

Copleston High School is a popular 11-18 mixed comprehensive noted for its caring and disciplined atmosphere.

It was judged as a ‘good school ‘by Ofsted in December 2023. As a school we are committed to raising standards of learning and teaching within all subject areas. Applicants will be impressed by the behaviour, ethos and outcomes of students across the school.

Invigilators are required to join our Examinations Team to assist with the administration and supervision of public examinations at GCSE, Key Skills and A Level. Examinations take place at various times during the year, but the busiest times are in November, May and June when it will be essential for applicants to be available. Full training will be given. You should be educated to GCSE level grade C or above in Mathematics and English or equivalent.

We will offer you

Asan employee of Oxlip Learning Partnership(the Trust),you are automatically enrolled into membership of either the Teachers' Pension Schemeor for supportstaff, the Local Government Pension Scheme, competitive salary, free parking on school grounds, flexible working opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support and extensive training and development opportunities to help you grow your career. Above all, you'll join a welcoming and supportive team of colleagues who are passionate about delivering the best outcomes for our students.

To find out more

Please read the Job Description (word).

For additional information about the trust and this school, please visit our website

Closing date: 1 pm, 30 October 2026.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications

Wevalue our staff and actively maintain a culture in which respect, empathy and honesty are the cornerstone of positive relationships throughout the trust.

The Oxlip Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. Child protection training will also need to be undertaken.

Oxlip Learning Partnership promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from all sections of society. We are always keen to hear from talented professionals, at all stages of their career, who believe they can support us in achieving our vision.

‘The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment’.