Job Overview
Our school is a remarkable place and has been educating girls since 1888. Around one thousand girls, age 4 to 18, from Guildford and its surrounding towns and villages, enjoy exceptional facilities and inspired teaching. Guildford High School comprises a Junior School and Senior School, both on the same site. Whilst providing all-through education, each School has its own distinct personality and girls join us at many different entry points. Our staff are integral to delivering high quality education to the girls in our care, inspiring them to think and learn creatively. We seek to recruit and retain dynamic teaching and non-teaching staff that share in our vision and commitment.
Guildford High School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.
We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.
Job Description
Casual, part time & by agreement during exam periods
Start date: January 2026
Guildford High School is looking for Examination Invigilators to supervise pupils during examinations throughout the school year. You will need to work professionally as a member of a team which ensures that regulations are followed in a supportive environment for our students taking internal and external examinations. Invigilators work part-time and periodically and are essential to the smooth and calm running of examinations.
Applicants will have a calm manner with a flexible attitude to work. You will be punctual, reliable and a good communicator.
Training will be provided, and the main duties may include:
* Assisting the Director of Examinations with the administration and supervision of examinations in accordance with the examination board regulations and guidance.
* Preparation of seating plans and ensure that candidates adhere to them.
* Supervision and observation of candidates throughout examinations, dealing with queries raised and any irregularities in accordance with procedures.
* Ensuring that equipment taken into the examination room by candidates is compliant with examination board and school requirements.
* The secure collection of all exam scripts.
Further information is contained in the application pack, and you will need to apply for this role through our website: where you will be directed to complete an online application form.
The Human Resources department may be contacted on or via e-mail:
The closing date for applications is
8:30am on 13th October 2025
and interviews will take place on
Friday 17th October 2025
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GHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work at the School to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post including an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and checks with previous employers.