Lead Exam Invigilator

The Milton Keynes Academy; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Milton Keynes Academy is seeking a dedicated Lead Exams Invigilator to ensure examinations are conducted efficiently and fairly in line with awarding body regulations. You will support students, maintain high standards, and help create a calm exam environment during busy periods.

Key requirements include GCSEs in English and Mathematics, strong IT skills (Word/Excel), and experience in administration within education. A flexible, discreet, safeguarding-minded approach is essential.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience in an administrative role, ideally within an educational environment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Calm under pressure

Administrative experience

Education

GCSEs in English and Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Lead Exams Invigilator

Location: The Milton Keynes Academy

Salary: £15.10 p/h

Contract Type: Zero Hours contract

Application Closing Date: 18 September 2026

About You:

The Milton Keynes Academy is seeking a dedicated, organised and professional individual to join our team as Lead Exams Invigilator. This is a key role in ensuring that examinations are conducted efficiently, fairly and in accordance with awarding body regulations. You will be committed to supporting students, maintaining high standards and contributing positively to the Academy's culture and values.

Our Ideal candidate will have:

Excellent organisational skills and a meticulous attention to detail.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with students and colleagues.

The ability to remain calm, professional and confident when working under pressure.

Experience in an administrative role, ideally within an educational environment.

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.

Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Word and Excel.

The ability to work independently whilst also contributing positively as part of a team.

A flexible and proactive approach to work, particularly during busy examination periods.

High levels of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.

A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

The confidence to supervise examination environments and ensure procedures are followed consistently.

A genuine desire to support students in achieving their full potential.

About our Exams Support Team:

Our Exams Support Team works together to ensure examinations run smoothly, efficiently and in line with regulations. Made up of a dedicated team of invigilators and our Exams and Data Officer, the team is supportive, collaborative and committed to providing the best possible experience for students. By working closely together, we create a calm and organised environment that helps students perform at their best.

About The Milton Keynes Academy:

At The Milton Keynes Academy, you'll be part of a vibrant, inclusive school community that places learning and student success at its heart. Our architecturally inspiring campus features outstanding facilities, including cutting-edge science labs, a spacious restaurant, and a modern gym, all designed to support both staff and students.

We pride ourselves on being a nurturing environment where students are happy to learn, and staff are supported to thrive. As part of the Creative Education Trust, we collaborate across a network of schools to share best practices and drive innovation. Staff benefit from a bespoke induction, ongoing professional development, and clear pathways for career progression.

Guided by our core values, Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Equality, and Aspiration, we empower both students and staff to dream big, believe in themselves, and succeed. If you're passionate about education and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. To find out more please visit our website.

About Creative Education Trust:

Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we’ve worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner.

We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future.

We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together.

Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities.

Essential Information:

Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.

All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.

The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.