Exam Invigilator

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex, CO7 0QL

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  11 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Casual
• Full time equivalent salary: £13.28 Hourly

Exam Invigilator job summary

Join a Team that Builds Aspiration, Nurtures Resilience, and Instills Kindness at The Colne.

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual who believes in putting students first? Do you want to be part of an inclusive and nurturing community where everyone is empowered to succeed?

At The Colne, we are committed to providing a safe and secure environment where students feel supported every step of the way, allowing them to grow into well-rounded individuals. By working closely with families and building positive relationships, we strive to immerse all our students in a culture that is inclusive and aspirational, helping them to dream big and reach their full potential.

We are seeking outstanding individuals to support the examinations officer with the administration of examinations and the supervision of candidates to ensure that proper conduct with regard to procedures, expectations and behaviour is adhered to at all times within the exam setting.

This is a casual role

A Day in the Life:

You'll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

• Organising examination seating plans as required

• Distribution and retrieval of examination papers

• Reading out examination instructions

• Recording start and finish times and initiating the start and end of examinations

• Completing student attendance register

(The full details can be found in the attached Job Outline and Person Specification).

What We're Looking For:

You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• Good communication skills

• Excellent punctuality and reliability

• Effective time management with the ability to work to deadlines

• Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritising work

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?

We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

To Apply:

Ready to take the next step? Find out more about the role and apply by Midnight, Sunday 11th October 2026.

Shortlisting will take place week commencing Monday, 12th October 2026.

The interview date is to be confirmed.

Nb: Please note that only fully completed application forms will be accepted and we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply.

We are managing all current recruitment directly and kindly request that agencies do not contact us regarding open positions.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Colne Community School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1289 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Colne Community School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/colne-community-school-and-college-secondary-and-16-to-19-provision

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