Senior Test Centre Associate - Huddersfield

Reed In Partnership; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Reed in Partnership in Huddersfield is seeking a Senior Test Centre Associate to supervise exam invigilation and ensure the secure delivery of tests. You will lead a small team on shift, checking IDs, booking candidates, and enforcing procedures to maintain compliance with DVSA standards.

The role requires strong customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Flexible shifts including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and Saturdays are available to suit the

Qualifications

• Experience of leading or supervising a team.
• Significant demonstrable experience in providing high-quality customer service.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Flexible in working hours and days, including evenings and Saturday.
• Ability to remain calm and handle challenging candidates professionally.

Responsibilities

• Invigilate exams and ensure secure delivery of tests.
• Check candidate IDs and book in on the system.
• Deliver site opening and closing procedures and manage shift coverage.
• Provide management support to Test Centre Manager and handle incidents as required.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Reed in Partnership has been delivering public services since 1998. We are a British, family-owned company, whose mission has always been to positively transform people and their communities. This is reflected in our services, which we deliver to help people from all backgrounds and circumstances to change their lives for the better.Pay Range£14.80 per hourJob DescriptionHuddersfield Senior Test Centre AssociateDo you possess great leadership skills and a passion for providing excellent customer service?Would you like a role where you can meet and help new people every day?Then consider the position of Senior Test Centre Associate at Reed in Partnership!Our DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) programme, provides secure assessment of prospective new drivers for the Department of Transport. Through more than 70 test centres, we provide 1.7 million + Driving Theory Tests a year across several regions of the UK.Our delivery provides the infrastructure and processes required to test each candidates driving theory knowledge and hazard perception. We ensure the integrity and compliance of each individual test in accordance with the assessment standards set by the DVSA.What is the role about?You will be responsible for the invigilation of exams and the efficient delivery of tests to participants, ensuring that relevant procedures and guidelines are adhered to at all times. These responsibilities will be delivered both directly through your invigilation duties and via your management, during your shift, of the Test Centre. The Senior Test Centre Associate (STCA) will strictly adhere to the guidelines in accordance with the programme’s requirements and Reed in Partnership’s policies and procedures.Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:Checking candidates ID documents and booking them in on the systemSupervision and invigilation of testsDelivery of site opening and/or closing proceduresCoaching and supporting Test Centre AssociatesReview of test centre schedule to identify the number of candidates booked in and organising how any non-standard accommodations will be delivered.Notifying the DVSA HR team of employee absences to allow alternative cover to be arrangedProviding management support to the Test Centre Manager as requiredHandling and reporting incidents that could impact candidate testing in line with our incident management procedures.Your Work ScheduleOur Senior Test Centre Associate roles offer a flexible working pattern (either part-time or occasional shifts) with the potential for additional hours to suit you.Shifts could range from:Mornings - 8.00am to 1pm/2pmAfternoons - 12.30pm/1pm to 5.30pm/6.30pmFull day - 8.00am to 5.30pm/6.30pmEvenings - 4.30pm/5pm to 8.30pm/9.30pmAfternoon & Evenings – 12pm/1pm to 8.30pm/9.30pmThe Huddersfield Theory Test Centre usually opens Four to Five days per week subject to demand. Main operating days are usually Monday to Thursday with occasional Saturdays. The ideal candidate will be fully flexible to pick up shifts across all operating days and pick up regular evenings and occasional Saturdays.What’s in it for you?The roles offer long term employment stability and the satisfaction of assisting people at a key moment in their lives.To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone with:Experience of leading or supervising a teamApplicants must hold a full UK driving licence due to the nature of the role (although driving will not be required for all locations)Significant demonstrable experience in providing high-quality customer service.Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.Flexible in working hours and days, including evenings and Saturday.Desirable Skills:Able to remain calm and deal with confrontational candidates in a professional manner.Excellent judgment and decision-making skills.Experience in working with diverse customer groups.Ability to work under pressure to short timescales and multi-tasking to complete a variety of competing activities.Please note the closing date for internal applications is 21st September 2026Diversity and InclusionWe aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.