Flexible Exam Invigilator: Secure, Calm Supervision

Ormiston Academies Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy (OSSMA) is seeking casual exam invigilators to support examinations during school months. Roles are flexible, with sessions typically lasting 1–3 hours in mornings or afternoons.

You will uphold exam integrity, supervise students, manage papers per JCQ guidelines, and work with the Exams Officer. Reader/scribe duties may be requested; strong communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to read aloud clearly for students during exams.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Demonstrated reliability and discretion during examination periods.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the integrity and security of the examination process at all times.
• Supervise students during written, oral, and practical examinations.
• Issue and collect exam papers, ensuring compliance with JCQ guidelines.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team under the guidance of the Exams Officer.
• Provide reassurance and maintain a calm environment for students who may feel anxious.
• Strong verbal communication skills - essential for interacting with students and reading instructions aloud.
• A firm belief in the potential of all students.
• Reliability, attention to detail and professionalism.
• Flexibility during exam seasons (sessions typically last 1–3 hours, mornings and afternoons).
• Reader: read instructions or questions aloud clearly and confidently to the student.
• Scribe: accurately transcribe answers dictated by the student; some pupils may use laptops.

Skills

Reading aloud

Verbal communication

Reliability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy (OSSMA) is seeking casual exam invigilators to support examinations during school months. Roles are flexible, with sessions typically lasting 1–3 hours in mornings or afternoons.

You will uphold exam integrity, supervise students, manage papers per JCQ guidelines, and work with the Exams Officer. Reader/scribe duties may be requested; strong communication and reliability are essential.