Exam Invigilator
Oakbank School, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 1ER7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
6 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
29 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Casual
Hourly rate
- £12.85 per hour plus holiday allowance
What skills and experience we're looking for
Hold at least 5 GCSEs or equivalent, which must include at least a Grade C/4 in Maths and English
Previous exam invigilating experience within a school environment
Previous experience of working with children in an educational setting
Successful experience of working within a secondary school
Knowledge of ‘Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations'
Good behavioural management
Able to demonstrate a commitment to school improvement and raising achievement for all students
Able to follow processes
Previous administrative experience demonstrating strong organisational skills
Excellent problem solving, communication and organisational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal sensitively with related issues/individuals with tact, diplomacy and discretion
Ability to work quickly, methodically and accurately under pressure and act flexibly to support others and respond to unplanned situations
Good interpersonal skills and an ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and students
Able to work under pressure and work to deadlines
Have the flexibility to undertake any role requested by the Examination/Data Officer
Willingness to support students on a 1:1 basis
What the school offers its staff
- Professional development and career progression
- Generous pension scheme
- Blue Light Card
- Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
- An Employee Assistance Programme
- Gym Discounts
- Free eye tests
- Cycle to work scheme
- Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Further information about the job
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To assist the Examinations Officer in the smooth and efficient administration, setting up and running of examinations
Closely following and enforcing the school and exam board procedures and regulations, including being familiar with the ‘Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations’ as provided by the Examinations Boards
To support candidates on a 1-1 basis who requires assistance e.g scribing
Assisting candidates prior to the start of examinations by directing them to their seats and advising them about possessions permitted in examination venues
Ensuring candidates do not talk once inside examination venues
Invigilating during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with examination irregularities in accordance with procedure
Checking attendance during examinations
Recording details of late arrivals and early leavers and collecting scripts from early leavers
Escorting candidates from venues during the examination as required and supervising candidates whilst outside examination venues
Escorting candidates on toilet breaks ensuring no unauthorised material is consulted and that examination regulations are observed at all times
To ensure that any minor behaviour issues are dealt with in line with school policy and that any breaches of Examination Code of Conduct are reported to the Examinations Officer immediately
Collecting, collating and assisting with the packing of examination papers, stationery and equipment prior to the examinations and delivering scripts at the end of the examination in accordance with strict procedures
Supervising candidates leaving examination venues, ensuring that candidates do not remove equipment or stationery from the venue without authorisation and ensuring that candidates leave venues in an orderly and quiet manner
To be available for additional Invigilating Training Meetings
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Oakbank School
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- Up to 560 pupils
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Oakbank School website
- Email address
- tjeffrey@oakbankschool.co.uk
Arranging a visit to Oakbank School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tjeffrey@oakbankschool.co.uk.
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