Lead Exam Invigilator: Calm, Coordinated Oversight

The Coleshill School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The Coleshill School is seeking a reliable Lead Exam Invigilator to join our team on a casual basis. You will help ensure examinations run fairly and efficiently, supporting the Exams Team and guiding other invigilators.

The role suits someone who remains calm under pressure, maintains confidentiality and acts with professionalism at all times. Key responsibilities include coordinating invigilators, ensuring procedures are followed, and maintaining a calm examination environment.

Qualifications

• Reliable and organised with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong sense of responsibility.
• Clear and confident communication with students and colleagues.
• Ability to follow examination procedures and regulations accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Respond effectively to unexpected situations during exams.
• Guide and support other invigilators as needed.
• Flexible and available to work casually during examination periods.

Responsibilities

• Support the Exams Team with the organisation and smooth running of examination sessions.
• Lead and coordinate invigilators during examination sessions.
• Ensure examination regulations and procedures are followed.
• Provide clear instructions and guidance to students and invigilators.
• Maintain a calm and orderly examination environment.
• Report incidents or irregularities to the Exams Team.
• Support secure handling of examination papers and materials.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Reliability

Organised

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Teamwork

Discretion/confidentiality

Procedural compliance

Job description

The Coleshill School is seeking a reliable Lead Exam Invigilator to join our team on a casual basis. You will help ensure examinations run fairly and efficiently, supporting the Exams Team and guiding other invigilators.

The role suits someone who remains calm under pressure, maintains confidentiality and acts with professionalism at all times. Key responsibilities include coordinating invigilators, ensuring procedures are followed, and maintaining a calm examination environment.