Exam Invigilator

We are looking to appoint reliable, responsible and organised Exam Invigilators to join our Exams Team and support the smooth running of internal and public examinations throughout the academic year.

Exam Invigilators play an important role in ensuring that examinations are conducted fairly, consistently and in accordance with examination regulations. You will help to provide a calm, well-organised and supportive environment in which students can complete their exams.

The Role

As an Exam Invigilator, you will be responsible for:

• Supervising students before, during and after examinations.
• Ensuring examination regulations and procedures are followed at all times.
• Distributing and collecting examination papers and materials.
• Monitoring students throughout examinations and maintaining a calm and focused environment.
• Responding appropriately to any incidents or issues that arise during an examination.
• Completing examination-related paperwork accurately.
• Supporting the Exams Team with the organisation and smooth running of examination sessions.

What We’re Looking For

• Reliable, punctual and well organised.
• Calm and confident when working with young people.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and examination procedures accurately.
• Professional, discreet and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Observant, attentive and able to remain focused for periods of time.
• Able to communicate clearly and appropriately with students and colleagues.
• Flexible and available to work during examination periods, including some morning and afternoon sessions.

Why Join King Edmund School?

This is a school with immense potential and a powerful sense of purpose. You will be joining a supportive and committed team and will play a valuable part in ensuring our students are able to complete their examinations in a calm, fair and positive environment. If you are dependable, conscientious and enjoy working with young people, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Come and be part of something extraordinary!

The school offers an extensive support programme, including mentor/buddy system, Initial Teacher Training support for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) or for those seeking Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS), a system of twilight training sessions, as well as excellent development opportunities.  Staff benefits include free car parking, onsite gymnasium and swimming pool as well as staff recognition schemes. 

For more about our school and vision please see attached welcome letter from our Headteacher.

We also welcome and encourage telephone calls on 01702 560904 to register an interest or to find out more about the school and the role. If you wish to arrange an informal conversation or visit to the school prior to interview, we would be delighted to welcome you to KES prior to the closing date, to offer you the opportunity to get a real sense of the school first hand. 

To arrange a visit, please email your request to Mrs Andrea Atkins – HR Manager at recruitment@kes.essex.sch.uk and provide your availability, as well as a contact telephone number.

The King Edmund School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.

The King Edmund School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage, or civil partnership.