Exams Invigilator (casual)

Channing School is seeking to appoint reliable, professional and highly organised Exams Invigilators to join our examinations team on a casual basis from Autumn 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming and supportive school community, playing an important role in ensuring the smooth and effective delivery of internal and external examinations.

Working under the direction of the Examinations Manager, the successful candidates will help ensure that examinations are conducted in accordance with Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations, maintaining a calm, secure and supportive environment in which pupils can perform to the best of their abilities.

The role involves preparing examination rooms, supervising pupils throughout examinations, distributing and collecting examination materials, maintaining accurate attendance records and seating plans, and ensuring compliance with examination procedures and security requirements.

We are looking for dependable, attentive and well-organised individuals with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure. Candidates should be punctual, flexible and confident working both independently and as part of a team.

Previous experience of working in a school or examination environment would be advantageous, although not essential, as full JCQ training will be provided.

Above all, the successful candidates will share Channing's Unitarian ethos and commitment to developing fearless learners through inspiring education, exceptional co-curricular opportunities and meaningful partnerships.

For further information, please refer to the Candidate Information Pack provided.

Start Date:

Autumn Term 2026

Salary & Benefits:

• £72 per four-hour examination session (morning or afternoon)

• Non-contributory pension scheme, subject to eligibility

• Free lunch and refreshments during term time

• Use of the School's fitness suite and staff fitness classes, subject to availability

• Annual flu vaccination and confidential Employee Assistance Programme

• Annual JCQ training provided

• Access to staff discounts and benefits

How to Apply

Please complete the TES application form by clicking on Apply below. CVs will not be accepted in place of a completed application form.

Deadline for Applications:

Monday 2 November 2026 (12pm)

Interviews:

Thursday 12 November 2026

Safeguarding Commitment

Channing School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The School follows a formal recruitment procedure in line with Department for Education guidance and the School's Child Protection Policy. A copy of this procedure is available on request.

Subject to statutory provisions, no applicant will be treated less favourably than another on the grounds of a protected characteristic. Ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration.

In line with our Safer Recruitment Policy, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches, including social media and third-party screening.