Invigilator/Reader/Scribe

Hethersett Academy; Hethersett; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Hethersett Academy invites applicants to join its exam invigilation team on a casual, flexible basis, with shifts during the main May/June period and additional mock exam sessions.

You will ensure examinations run fairly, support access arrangements, and assist pupils as scribes or readers where needed.

Training will be provided; applicants should be reliable, calm under pressure, with good numeracy and literacy.

Qualifications

• Good numeracy and literacy levels.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Computer literacy; ability to work with a computer.

Responsibilities

• Ensure fair and proper conduct of exams in an environment that enables a pupil to perform at their best.
• Assist with the implementation of agreed exam access arrangements to meet the needs of pupils.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Communication skills

Flexibility

Calm under pressure

Computer literacy

Job description

Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale C: £13.28 - £13.49 per hour (plus holiday pay)

Casual Contract, Variable Hours

Start Date: January 2027

Hethersett Academy is recruiting for reliable and hardworking people to join our exam invigilation team. We are looking for people who can be available on a casual and flexible basis to invigilate external and internal examinations. The role also involves providing assistance as scribes or readers to pupils who need extra support in exams.

The main examination period is May and June but there are other times throughout the year when invigilators are required. We do require a commitment that you will be available for mock exams, November and February/March, in addition to May and June which is our peak period for examinations.

The role holder will ensure exams are carried out fairly and in accordance with the rules set out by the examination board. Previous experience would be helpful although not essential, as training will be provided.

What You Will Be Doing

• To ensure the fair and proper conduct of exams in an environment that enables a pupil to perform at their best.
• To ensure that exams are carried out in accordance with the rules set out by the examination boards and Hethersett Academy.
• To assist with the implementation of agreed exam access arrangements to meet the needs of pupils.

About You:

You will be vigilant, reliable, and detail-oriented. You will have calmness under pressure, strong communication skills, impartiality, and the ability to strictly follow, yet professionally enforce, exam regulations. You will also be attentive, punctual, and capable of managing unexpected situations.

Essential:

• Good numeracy and literacy levels
• Excellent communication skills
• A flexible approach to work
• The ability to remain calm under pressure
• Computer literacy as you will be required to work with a computer on occasion.

Why Join Inspiration Trust

At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.

About Us

Hethersett Academy is one of East Anglia’s top-performing schools, rated Outstanding by Ofsted in all areas. Inspectors have highlighted how much pupils value their education at the academy - "Pupils flourish at this school. They attend regularly, arrive on time and present themselves impeccably. Pupils respect each other and their surroundings. Bullying is rare. Pupils know that if bullying does happen, staff deal with it effectively and promptly. Pupils have very high expectations of their own and others’ behaviour. They value every minute of learning time".

A growing village school with a strong history in the local community, Hethersett Academy is conveniently located just off the A11, making it a popular choice for families in Wymondham, south Norwich, and the surrounding areas.

We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.

The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.

For information on what it is like to live and work in Hethersett,.

Closing date for applications: 12noon on Wednesday 2nd December 2026

Interview date: Week commencing 14th December 2026

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.