Exams Invigilator (Casual Worker)

The Methodist Church in Britain; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Bank of invigilators

Paid training

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee support program

On-site gyms

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking casual invigilators to supervise exams and assessments across campus. The role is bank-based and sessional, with hours offered as examinations require throughout the year.

No prior invigilation experience is required as full training is provided before exam periods, and availability for scheduled exams is the main test of fit.

Qualifications

• Calm, professional and reliable approach to work.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a respectful manner.
• Interest in supporting students and a positive exam environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise exams to ensure regulations are followed.
• Set up examination rooms and distribute materials.
• Give clear instructions to candidates before and during exams.
• Monitor exam conditions calmly and professionally.
• Collect and securely handle exam papers at the end of each session.
• Report issues or irregularities under College procedures.

Skills

Calm and professional

Attention to detail

Independence & teamwork

Communication skills

Student support

Job description

This is a casual invigilator role with Wiltshire College & University Centre, supervising exams and assessments at one of its campuses. The work is bank-based and sessional, with hours offered as examinations require across the year, from short spells to longer runs. Duties centre on running exam rooms: setting up, briefing candidates, monitoring conditions and securely collecting papers. No prior invigilation experience is needed, as full training is given before exam periods, and availability for scheduled exams is the main test of fit.

What the job involves

• Supervise students during exams to ensure regulations are followed
• Set up examination rooms and distribute materials
• Give clear instructions to candidates before and during exams
• Monitor exam conditions calmly and professionally
• Collect and securely handle exam papers at the end of each session
• Report issues or irregularities under College procedures

What’s required

Skills & knowledge

• Calm, professional and reliable approach to work
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills and a respectful manner
• Interest in supporting students and a positive exam environment

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check, including the children's barred list
• Online presence review for shortlisted candidates

Other

• Availability during scheduled examination periods

What’s offered

• Flexible hours around other commitments, working as much or as little as availability allows
• Place in a bank of invigilators with work throughout the year
• Short-term and longer-term opportunities depending on exam requirements
• Paid training and guidance before exam periods
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 wellbeing, legal and financial support
• Free on-site gyms at multiple campuses
• Lifestyle discounts on retail, technology, travel and leisure