Lead Exam Invigilator at Crawshaw Academy

Crawshaw Academy; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Crawshaw Academy is seeking a Casual Lead Exam Invigilator to join our team during the examination season. You will coordinate sessions, brief invigilators and ensure exams run smoothly in line with JCQ regulations.

We require reliable, punctual and well-organised individuals who can communicate clearly with students and staff, follow strict procedures, and uphold safeguarding standards to support a calm and fair examination environment.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and highly organised.
• Able to remain calm and professional while leading sessions.
• Able to communicate clearly with students, colleagues and visitors.
• Able to follow procedures accurately and maintain confidentiality.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of students.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate examination sessions and ensure smooth operation.
• Brief invigilators and oversee examination preparations.
• Ensure examinations are conducted in line with JCQ regulations.
• Maintain security and integrity of the examination process.
• Create a calm, inclusive environment that supports student performance.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Organisation

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Job description

About this Role

Casual hours available Monday to Friday during the examination season, term time only

Are you looking for flexible work that fits around your existing commitments? We are seeking reliable, organised and professional Lead Exam Invigilator to join our team on a casual basis.

We are looking for a reliable, organised and approachable individual to join our team as a Casual Lead Exam Invigilator. You will play a key role in ensuring examinations are conducted fairly, securely and in accordance with JCQ regulations and examination requirements.

The Lead Exam Invigilator is responsible for coordinating examination sessions, supporting and briefing invigilators, overseeing examination preparations and maintaining the security and integrity of the examination process. You will help create a calm, supportive and inclusive environment that enables students to perform to the best of their ability while ensuring examinations run smoothly and efficiently. This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues and visitors. A commitment to safeguarding, professionalism and compliance is essential.

This is seasonal, casual work supporting internal and external examinations throughout the academic year. Ideally, candidates will be available for a minimum of six examination sessions per week during the main examination periods, although flexibility can be discussed. Full training will be provided.

About our School

Crawshaw Academy is a welcoming and supportive community, shaped by a dedicated staff team who genuinely care about giving every young person the best possible experience. We encourage our students to aim high, believe in themselves and be ambitious about their futures.

We believe education is about more than results. It is about helping young people grow into confident kind and well-rounded individuals. Our staff take the time to know each student well, recognising their strengths nurturing their talents and supporting them to achieve their best.

Learning beyond the classroom is highly valued at Crawshaw Academy. A wide range of extracurricular opportunities including sport the arts trips and performances allows students to discover new interests build friendships and develop teamwork leadership and resilience. These experiences help students gain a broader understanding of different cultures traditions and ways of life.

We set high standards because we care. By providing the right balance of challenge guidance and support we ensure every student feels confident valued and able to thrive.

For more about Crawshaw Academy, click the 'view our careers page' button.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, punctual and highly organised
• Able to remain calm, professional and attentive while leading examination sessions
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively with students, colleagues and visitors
• Able to lead, support and guide invigilators to ensure examinations are conducted in line with regulations and procedures
• Able to follow procedures accurately, make sound decisions and maintain confidentiality
• Committed to creating an inclusive environment where all students are treated with fairness, dignity and respect
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Adjustments

Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section 'Disability and Accessibility'.

Applicant Guidance

Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools.

Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.