Exam Invigilator - Lead

The Coleshill School, Birmingham, Warwickshire, B46 3EX

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  16 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  2 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: 14.59 per hour plus holiday pay

Exam Invigilator - Lead job summary

The Coleshill School is seeking to appoint a reliable, organised and responsible Lead Exam Invigilator to join our team on a casual basis. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring that examinations are conducted fairly, efficiently and in accordance with examination regulations. You will work closely with the Exams Team and will be responsible for supporting the smooth running of examination sessions and providing guidance to other invigilators. This role would suit someone who is organised, calm under pressure and able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

Is reliable, organised and able to work calmly under pressure.

Has excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of responsibility.

Can communicate clearly and confidently with students and colleagues.

Can follow examination procedures and regulations accurately.

Is able to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Can respond appropriately to unexpected situations or changes during examination sessions.

Is confident in providing guidance and support to other exam invigilators.

Can work effectively as part of a team.

Has a professional and reassuring manner when working with students.

Is flexible and available to work on a casual basis during examination periods.

Previous experience of examination invigilation would be desirable, although appropriate training will be provided.

Key responsibilities

The Lead Exam Invigilator will:

Support the Exams Team with the organisation and smooth running of examination sessions.

Lead and coordinate invigilators during examination sessions.

Ensure examination regulations and procedures are followed.

Provide clear instructions and guidance to students and invigilators.

Maintain a calm and orderly examination environment.

Report any incidents, concerns or irregularities to the appropriate member of the Exams Team.

Support the secure handling of examination papers and materials.

Maintain confidentiality at all times.

What we can offer

A supportive and enthusiastic team.

A school community committed to the wellbeing and enjoyment of its pupils.

A busy and rewarding environment where you can make a real difference.

How to apply

Please complete the online application form and include a supporting statement outlining what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Jon Simmons, Assistant Headteacher, via email simmons.j2@thecoleshillschool.org or by telephone on 01675 462435. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the role be successfully filled.

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 The Coleshill School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1177 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: The Coleshill School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-coleshill-school-birmingham

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