Exams Invigilator

University of Brighton Academies Trust; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Peacehaven is seeking Exam Invigilators to join their team at The St Leonards Academy. This role involves supporting the running of public and internal examinations, checking exam environments, and ensuring proper management of exam duties. Ideal candidates will possess attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and maintain confidentiality. This casual position pays £13.05 per hour and offers flexible daytime working hours.

Benefits

Automatic annual pay increments

Generous Pension

Holiday Entitlement

Health and Wellbeing initiatives

Personal Development Day

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Cycle to Work scheme

Retail Discount

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and apply detailed written instructions accurately.
• Must be able to make quick decisions during stressful situations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding exam materials.

Responsibilities

• Check the exam environment before, during, and after sessions.
• Manage post-exam duties, ensuring exam papers remain intact.
• Monitor student behavior during exams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Confidentiality

Initiative in unexpected situations

Job description

Contract: Casual - Working hours and days will vary and are dependent on the needs of the Academy Pay Rate: £13.05 per hour

We are seeking Exam Invigilators, to work with the existing team, to support the running and facilitating of secondary public and internal examinations at The St Leonards Academy.

The post would be ideally suited to applicants who feel a sense of responsibility for today's young people and who are able to work flexible daytime hours.

Key responsibilities

• Checking the exam environment before, during and after a session
• Efficient and proper management of post exam duties including checking exam papers remain in the hall
• Monitoring the behaviour of students during the exam

Required skills and attributes

• Understand and apply detailed written instructions, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Concentrate and work quickly under pressure
• Maintain confidentiality
• Use initiative in response to unexpected situations

Please refer to the job description for further details.

The St Leonards Academy

At The St Leonards Academy, we believe in the power of knowledge to enrich lives and shape educated citizens. We are committed to a broad and balanced curriculum ensuring every student, regardless of background, encounters the best of human thought and achievement.

The academy takes pride in its meticulously planned curriculum, dedication to excellence, and robust pastoral support system. We prioritise reading and offer comprehensive mental health support. Exceptional assistance is provided for students with additional needs, alongside a wide array of enriching extracurricular activities.

With rigorous safeguarding measures and opportunities for student leadership, The St Leonards Academy creates a safe, supportive environment where all 1400 students can thrive.

Employee benefits

• Automatic annual pay increments: Pay progression is not linked to performance and all our staff benefit from automatic pay progression (subject to the maximum salary for the role). Cost of living awards are also reviewed annually.
• Generous Pension: Safeguard your future with financial security throughout your retirement. Employer contribution rate of 18.9%.
• Holiday Entitlement: Take advantage of 27 days annual leave per annum (FTE), plus statutory Bank Holidays.
• Health and Wellbeing: A strong commitment to your health and wellbeing including onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors and an annual day devoted to your health and wellbeing. This day provides the opportunity to spend valuable time catching up with colleagues, as well as some ‘Time for You’ to do whatever most enhances your wellbeing.
• Personal Development Day: One day annually dedicated to your personal development which could include volunteering, training or a seminar (self-funded).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to free and confidential counselling services, providing support for both work and personal issues.
• Cycle to Work: Build exercise into your commute, with our cycle-to-work programme, offering a £2K loan to purchase a bicycle.
• Retail Discount: Savings with hundreds of retailers including gym, private medical, dental and online GP service, as well as eligibility for the Blue Light Discount Scheme.

Our commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Further information is available here: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

We welcome applications from all members of the community. The Trust is proud to be part of the government’s Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistance at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know, by contacting us by email to [e-mail] or by telephone to Emma Richings 01424 905 306.

Find out more

For further information about this opportunity please download the attached job description and personal specification, and view our candidate pack here: Candidate Pack

To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact Gail Sidders, Academy Administration Manager on [e-mail]

Key dates

Closing date: 11 January 2026
Interview date: To be confirmed
Proposed start date: February 2026

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