Overview
Samuel Ward Academy is looking for high-quality examination invigilators to cover internal and external exams. Being part of this team will involve supervising examinations to make sure that all regulations are adhered to and helping with related administration such as preparing scripts for dispatch to the examining board.
Start date: December 2025
Salary: Grade 2 SP4 - £13.05 per hour, plus accrued holiday pay
Contract Type: Casual no guaranteed hours
Responsibilities
Supervise examinations to ensure regulations are followed and assist with related administration such as preparing scripts for dispatch to the examining board. Full training will be provided.
Requirements
No experience is necessary, however invigilators should:
* Have effective communication skills
* Be able to relate to academic staff and students
* Be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
* Have a flexible approach to work
* Have accuracy and attention to detail
Working pattern
This will be a casual contract, with no guaranteed hours. Hours are usually between 8.30am and 4pm with an 8.30am or 12.15/12.45pm start. Exams are usually between one and two and a half hours. Hours are over approximately 13 weeks a year in January, May, June and November. Invigilators are required to stand for approximately 2 hours during the exams. There is compulsory training.
How to apply / Key dates
For enquiries about the role please contact Kirsty Franks on 01440 760333.
Closing date: 09:00am, 17 October 2025
Interviews: W/C 20 October 2025
Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.
In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs. Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.
Safeguarding and equality
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you’d prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, we will facilitate this wherever we can to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work-life balance. We are keen to ensure we are designing an organisation that works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups.
Unity Schools Partnership, welcoming diversity.
Closing details
Closing date: 2025-10-17
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