Invigilator

Lytham St Annes High School; Lytham Moss; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Lytham St Annes High School is seeking dependable Exam Invigilators to support the delivery of internal and external assessments during November, December, May and June. You will supervise students in line with JCQ guidelines and help create a quiet, structured exam environment that enables candidates to focus and perform at their best.

Whether you have prior experience in education or are seeking a flexible role, this opportunity fits you well.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in setting up exam venues to ensure smooth and efficient administration.
• Greeting students, checking attendance, and guiding candidates to their assigned seating.
• Distributing examination papers, stationary, and necessary assessment materials efficiently.
• Maintaining active, unobtrusive supervision throughout assessment sessions.
• Upholding strict exam conditions and ensuring all rules regarding conduct and communication are followed.
• Handling student queries promptly and appropriately in line with regulatory rules.
• Reporting any procedural irregularities, misconduct, or behavioural concerns immediately.
• Accompanying and supervising candidates who require temporary emergency leave from the room.
• Collecting, sorting, and securely organising completed scripts and materials at the conclusion of exams.

Job description

Exam Invigilator

£13.92 per hour

Casual hours during examination periods

Are you dependable, well‑organised and capable of staying calm under pressure? Do you possess keen attention to detail alongside a commitment to precise compliance? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you!

If you answered yes to these questions, then we want to hear from you!

We are seeking dedicated and reliable Exam Invigilators to join our examinations team and support the seamless, effective delivery of our internal and external assessment periods (November, December, May and June).

Working collaboratively within our invigilation team, you will supervise students sitting exams in full accordance with school and Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulatory guidelines. You will play a vital role in establishing a quiet, supportive, and highly structured environment where candidates can focus and perform to their full potential.

Whether you have prior experience in an educational setting or are looking to start a rewarding flexible role, this is a brilliant opportunity to contribute to our vibrant college community.

A day in your new role could see you:-

1. Assisting in setting up exam venues to ensure smooth and efficient administration.
2. Greeting students, checking attendance, and guiding candidates to their assigned seating.
3. Distributing examination papers, stationary, and necessary assessment materials efficiently.
4. Maintaining active, unobtrusive supervision throughout assessment sessions.
5. Upholding strict exam conditions and ensuring all rules regarding conduct and communication are followed.
6. Handling student queries promptly and appropriately in line with regulatory rules.
7. Reporting any procedural irregularities, misconduct, or behavioural concerns immediately.
8. Accompanying and supervising candidates who require temporary emergency leave from the room.
9. Collecting, sorting, and securely organising completed scripts and materials at the conclusion of exams.

Closing date: 29th October 2026 8am

Interviews: W/C 9th November 2026

Our commitment to a safe and respectful environment

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive community. We do not tolerate discrimination and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We provide equal access, services, and care regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity/expression/trans status, race, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone. This includes a zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment of any kind. We believe that all individuals deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace and online community free from harassment, intimidation, and discrimination. We encourage open communication, provide clear reporting mechanisms for misconduct, and conduct thorough investigations. We expect everyone interacting with us to uphold these standards.

All staff will be carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures designed to emphasise the college’s commitment to safeguarding. All posts, including volunteers, are subject to enhanced DBS clearance. All shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self‑declaration of any criminal record or information that will make them unsuitable to work with children. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn should any information come to light that has not been included in the self‑declaration. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from regulated activity relevant to children, anyone caught doing so will be reported to the police immediately. Please note that we reserve the right to review your online presence in line with keeping children safe in education guidance.