Senior Exam Invigilator

King's Lynn Academy, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 4QG

46 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  2 November 2026

• Closing date

  1 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  16 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Casual
• Hourly rate: £13.48 per hour

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking reliable, organised and professional Senior Exam Invigilators to support the smooth and effective delivery of examinations. In this role, you will provide leadership and guidance to invigilators within your designated exam room, answering queries and directing colleagues in the preparation and set-up of examinations. You will also be responsible for supervising students during exams, ensuring examination regulations are followed, distributing and collecting examination materials, and maintaining a calm, secure and supportive environment for all candidates.

This is a flexible, seasonal role suitable for individuals looking to support student success within a rewarding educational environment.

About You

• Candidates will have excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• The ability to remain vigilant and impartial at all times
• Previous experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

What the school offers its staff

At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education – and that starts with exceptional staff.

King’s Lynn Academy is one of the fastest improving schools in the region, driven by a passionate and committed team dedicated to delivering excellence in education. Since 2017, we’ve transformed our standards, built a strong culture of ambition and inclusion, and developed innovative support systems that have significantly reduced exclusions and boosted pupil outcomes. Our staff work collaboratively to ensure every student receives high-quality teaching, care, and guidance, supported by a proactive pastoral team and a rich, inclusive curriculum. If you’re looking to join a dynamic, forward-thinking school where your contribution will make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

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

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About King's Lynn Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 972 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: King's Lynn Academy website
• Email address: peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/king-s-lynn-academy

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