Exam Invigilators

As the exam season approaches, St Catherine's School is seeking reliable, organised, and professional Exam Invigilators to support the smooth and secure delivery of examinations. 

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring students are able to demonstrate their abilities in a fair and well‑managed examination environment.  You will be asked to provide your availability ahead of exam series, the primary period being May and June.  

The Role

Exam Invigilators are responsible for ensuring that examinations are conducted strictly in line with JCQ and NCLT regulations. The role is crucial in maintaining exam integrity by ensuring:

• All candidates have an equal opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

• The security of examination materials before, during, and after exams.

• The prevention of candidate malpractice.

• The prevention of administrative errors.

Key Responsibilities

Before Exams

• Report to the Exams Officer prior to each exam session.

• Keep exam papers and materials secure at all times.

• Ensure exam rooms are set out in accordance with JCQ regulations.

• Check seating plans against the exam room layout.

• Admit candidates into the exam room, checking for unauthorised materials (e.g. pencil cases, mobile phones).

• Identify, seat, and instruct candidates in the conduct of their examinations.

• Distribute exam papers and materials to candidates.

• Deal with candidate queries, without providing specific help or guidance.

During Exams

• Supervise candidates at all times and remain vigilant throughout examinations.

• Ensure candidates do not communicate in any way once they have entered the exam hall.

• Keep disruption to a minimum.

• Deal effectively with emergencies or irregularities.

• Record and report any incidents or irregularities.

• Complete attendance registers.

• Complete required documentation, including late arrival forms.

• Deal with candidate queries, without providing specific help or guidance.

• Distribute additional equipment and stationery where required.

• Escort candidates to the toilet where necessary.

After Exams

• Collect exam scripts following the correct procedures, ensuring they are checked against attendance registers.

• Dismiss candidates from the exam room.

• Return exam scripts and materials to the Exams Officer, ensuring security at all times.

• Clear the exam room ready for the next session.

Other Duties

• Attend training, refresher, or review sessions, or complete required electronic training.

• Be prepared to invigilate on‑screen assessments.

• Undertake additional duties when required and appropriate, at the request of the Exams Officer, such as:

  • Supervising clash candidates between exam periods

  • Providing support for candidates with access arrangements (e.g. reader, scribe, prompter, word processor administration)

  • Supporting exams‑related administrative tasks.

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A methodical, organised, and attentive approach.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Calm, professional, and observant in a quiet exam environment.

Previous experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Additional Information

This is a casual role with hours offered during examination periods.   It does not form a contract of employment with the School. The post is subject to safeguarding requirements and appropriate pre‑employment checks.

To Apply

Please apply by 10am, 27 April 2026.

For more details on the role and to access the application form, please visit our School website and use the link to the job opportunities page:  https://www.stcatherines.info/welcome/job-opportunities

Please note applications will be assessed in order of receipt and interviews may occur at any stage after applications are received and before the deadline.  Please apply as soon as possible.

St Catherine’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS and barred list check. The School is an equal opportunities employer.