Examinations Invigilator

Parkstone Grammar School, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7EP

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  3 November 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  17 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Casual
• Hourly rate: £12.85

What skills and experience we're looking for

To assist with the invigilating of examinations. Work will be on a casual basis with hours to suit the school. Morning sessions will normally be from 8.00 am to 12.30 pm. Afternoon sessions will normally be from 12.30 pm to 4.45 pm, but flexibility is expected. Most exams occur in May/June each year with mock exams in November, January, March and April/May but there are other times during the year when opportunities to invigilate will arise. Notice will be given as early as possible of the working hours offered each week, however as the nature of the post is casual no guarantee can be given as to the number of hours that will be available. Full training will be provided in accordance with JCQ and safeguarding children regulations.

The post holder is expected to be flexible regarding hours worked as there may be the need to work outside normal school hours, with due notice.

What the school offers its staff

Parkstone is pleased to be able to offer all staff members:

Core Benefits

• A contributory pension scheme relevant to your role (including access to Teacher and Local Government Schemes).
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7 covering a wide range of issues, such as: Legal Information, Bereavement Support and Online CBT among much more.
• Free Yoga and Pilates sessions throughout the term.

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

Parkstone Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. The school is also committed to a policy of equal opportunity.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

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Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders PGS.pdf - 103 KB (opens in new tab)

Applicant Pack_Exam Invigilator Oct 2025.pdf - 417 KB (opens in new tab)

About Parkstone Grammar School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1248 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Parkstone Grammar School website
• Email address: recruitment@parkstone.poole.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01202 605605
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/parkstone-grammar-school

Parkstone Grammar School is an excellent place to work. Staff and students are happy, well cared for and well supported. We place a high priority on staff wellbeing and ensure that there are opportunities to support our staff. From free tea and coffee in the staffroom every day to activities such as Yoga and Pilates which are provided for free of charge. We also have an employee assistance scheme where confidential advice and support is available for staff as and when they need it. The staff wellbeing and workload committee meets regularly with the Headteacher to discuss all aspects of work in school to ensure that we have the best balance possible for staff to thrive.

Arranging a visit to Parkstone Grammar School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@parkstone.poole.sch.uk.

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