Exam Invigilator

Samuel Ward Academy

Exam Invigilator

Start Date: November 2026

Contract Type: Casual

Salary: Grade 2 SP 4 (£13.48 per hour plus accrued holiday pay)

Samuel Ward Academy is looking for high-quality examination invigilators to cover internal and external exams. Being part of this team will involve supervising examinations to make sure that all regulations are adhered to and helping with related administration such as preparing scripts for dispatch to the examining board. Full training will be provided.

  • No experience is necessary, however invigilators should:

  • Have effective communication skills

  • Be able to relate to academic staff and students

  • Be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

  • Have a flexible approach to work

  • Have accuracy and attention to detail

This will be a casual contract, with no guaranteed hours. However invigilators should be able to offer 5 sessions availability per week (morning or afternoon) through the exam seasons. Hours worked will usually be between 8.30am and 4pm with an 8.30am or 12.15/12.45pm start. Exams are usually between one and two and a half hours. Hours are over approximately 13 weeks a year in January, May, June and November. Invigilators are required to stand for approximately 2 hours during the exams. There is compulsory training.

Please contact Tom Johnston, Headteacher for more information, an informal conversation or to make a pre-application visit (email Kirsty Franks, Headteacher’s PA on Kfranks@samuelward.co.uk)

Closing Date: 09:00am, 18th October 2026

Interviews: week commencing 19th October 2026

To apply, please visit https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/326577TES

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.

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