SQA - Chief Invigilator

HIJOBS; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable examination organization in the UK is seeking a Chief Invigilator to manage external assessments at various campuses. You will supervise Invigilators, comply with security requirements, and ensure effective examination conduct. The role offers an hourly rate of £15.75 and requires applicants to have strong organizational skills and IT access. Applications are encouraged from all community sectors. Closing date for applications is 12th December 2025.

Qualifications

• Have internet access and a personal email address.
• Be suitable to work within an education environment.
• Physically able to undertake the duties of the role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure secure storage and management of external assessments.
• Conduct training sessions for Invigilators before exams.
• Supervise Invigilators and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Basic IT skills

Job description

An exciting employment opportunity to work for SQA, supporting UHI North, West & Hebrides for examinations has arisen. SQA are looking to recruit a Chief Invigilator, to take responsibility for the organisation and supervision of invigilation of all external assessments for National Qualifications, in accordance with SQA policy and procedures.

The activities will be under the direction of SQA. Close liaison will be required with the Head of Centre and/or Centre Co-ordinator throughout the external assessment period to ensure the effective management of the external assessments.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the secure storage and management of external assessments before and during the examination cycle ensuring compliance with our security requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring that external assessments, including those for Assessment Arrangements candidates, are conducted in accordance with our policy and procedures.
• Deliver a training session(s) to all Invigilators prior to the examination period.
• Allocate and advise Invigilators of their duties and dates required – updating as required throughout the examination cycle.
• Maintain an accurate record of training attended and sessions worked by all Invigilators throughout the examination period and verify all claims for fees prior to submission to us.
• Supervise Invigilators and conduct daily briefings to the Invigilation team prior to the start of each examination session.
• Responsible for the accurate submission of candidates’ external assessment materials to us.
• In accordance with our guidelines, complete comprehensive reports on any irregularities in the conduct of an external assessment and submit to us where necessary.

Requirements

• Have internet access, basic IT skills and a personal email address.
• Have excellent organisational skills.
• Be suitable to work within an education environment.
• Be physically able to undertake the duties of the role.
• Not be an employee of the centre or associated with the centre.
• Live within easy reach of the centre and in rural areas this should be no more than 5 miles from the centre.
• Any exceptions to these requirements must be approved in advance by us.
• Please note that this role requires PVG registration and no contracts will be confirmed until registration is approved.

Location: Various Campuses; Fort William, Stornoway

Hourly rate: £15.75 per hour

Minimum daily rate: £55.13 (3.5 hours)

Working Hours: Varied hours, offered on a casual ‘as-and-when’ basis

Closing Date: 12th December 2025, 12 noon

How to Apply: Download the application pack from our website or email [e-mail]

For any questions about the role please contact [e-mail] or visit the SQA website.

In line with our Equality and Diversity policy, UHI North, West and Hebrides is committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated on the basis of their merits and abilities, and that unfair and unlawful discrimination is eliminated. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.