Exam Invigilator | Excellent School in Tower Hamlets | ASAP
- Part-time
Examinations Invigilator
Location: Tower Hamlets
A vibrant, ambitious, and high-achieving secondary school located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets is seeking reliable, meticulous, and professional Exam Invigilators to join their academic support team. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking for flexible, rewarding work within a supportive and collaborative educational environment.
About the Role
As an Exam Invigilator, you will play a crucial, behind-the-scenes role in ensuring that public and internal examinations run smoothly, fairly, and in strict accordance with national guidelines. You will help create a calm, orderly, and reassuring environment where students can perform to the best of their ability during high-stakes assessment periods.
Start Date: Seasonal / Flexible (As required across exam seasons)
Environment: A welcoming community secondary school known for its high academic standards and supportive ethos
Culture: A collaborative, professional workplace backed by an exceptional examinations and leadership team
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and supervise examination rooms, ensuring strict compliance with Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations.
Distribute question papers, stationery, and answer booklets accurately, ensuring proper collection at the end of each session.
Monitor student behavior vigilantly throughout exams to prevent disruption, malpractice, or unfair advantages.
Provide appropriate support to students with special access arrangements, readers, or scribes where required.
Maintain a calm, authoritative, yet approachable presence to help ease student anxiety in the exam hall.
Requirements
Previous experience as an exam invigilator is advantageous, though full training will be provided for candidates with the right aptitude.
Exceptional attention to detail, reliability, and punctuality.
Outstanding communication skills and a calm, composed demeanor under pressure.
A high degree of integrity, professionalism, and discretion regarding confidential materials and student data.
Flexible availability during key academic examination periods throughout the school year.
Salary & Benefits
Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate aligned with London support staff pay scales.
Flexible working hours suited for individuals looking for seasonal, part-time, or ad-hoc employment within education.
Training and professional guidance provided within a progressive school community.
How to Apply
If you are an organized, dependable, and professional individual looking to support student success in a brilliant Tower Hamlets school, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.