Lead Exam Invigilator

Cove School, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9RN

3 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  November 2026

• Closing date

  20 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  17 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: Seasonal paid role (Oct-Dec & Feb-Aug)
• Contract type: Casual
• Hourly rate: £15 per hour

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for Lead Examination Invigilators to join our invigilation team, supervising pupils taking both mock and GCSE exams. This would be working on an ad-hoc basis, predominantly October, November, February, May, June and August.

The Lead Invigilator must ensure that mock and GCSE examinations are conducted calmly and efficiently in accordance with JCQ regulations and school procedures. The role will involve working closely with the Exams Officer as well as supervising and supporting other invigilators.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Lead and co-ordinate the invigilation team during examination sessions and support them to ensure exams are consistent and professional
• Prepare and set up examination rooms in accordance with JCQ and school requirements
• Check examination papers, answer booklets and other materials, ensuring pupils receive the correct items
• Ensure all examination procedures and regulations are followed throughout each exam and examination security and confidentiality maintained at all times
• Provide clear instructions to candidates and maintain a calm and orderly examination environment
• Monitor candidates throughout the exams and respond appropriately to any issues or incidents
• Record and report any irregularities or concerns to the Exams Officer
• Undertake invigilation, scribe and/or reader duties where required
• Be available for a few days in August to support Exams Officer with post exam result administration

What the school offers its staff

• To be part of a school which has a real ‘team approach’ where you will be valued and supported
• Flexibility with hours worked. You can choose which days you are available from the advised timetable and if you wish to work a full or half day
• Onsite parking

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

Cove School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check as well as other relevant pre-employment checks.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Cove School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1007 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Cove School website
• Email address: s.downham@coveschool.uk
• Phone number: 01252 542397
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cove-school

Cove School is a larger-than-average, co-educational secondary school for students aged 11–16, located in the north of Hampshire. As a local authority-maintained school, we are ideally situated within easy reach of London, the historic city of Winchester, and the stunning landscapes of the New Forest.

We are a forward-thinking, caring, and – above all – happy school. Our students, from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities, are ambitious and work hard to achieve high standards. We are equally ambitious for our staff and take great pride in the comprehensive support and high-quality professional development (CPD) we provide, especially for those new to the profession or joining our team for the first time. We believe that motivated, well-supported staff are key to every student’s success.

Our extra-curricular offer is extensive, with students participating in a wide variety of sports, music and drama productions. Beyond this, we run a vibrant programme of clubs and activities all of which contribute to a rich and inclusive school experience.

We are also proud to host a specialist unit for students with hearing impairments, with all classrooms equipped with specialist audio equipment to ensure an inclusive learning environment.

We invite you to explore our website – www.coveschool.uk – for a glimpse into life at Cove School and what it means to be part of our vibrant community. To truly experience the atmosphere, we warmly encourage you to visit us during a normal school day and see our staff and students in action. We hope you’ll be inspired to apply and become part of the exciting journey we are on.

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