Lead Exam Invigilator

Start date: October/November 2026 Seasonal Paid role (Oct-Dec & Feb-Aug) £15 per hour 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
We are looking for someone who is reliable, calm and confident with an excellent attention to detail and ability to use initiative. Previous experience of examination invigilation or working within an examination environment is desirable. Experience of leading and coordinating staff would be an advantage. Full training will be provided for JCQ regulations and school examination procedures. Application Procedure Please complete attached application form, see below, near the bottom of page for 'Attached Documents' to locate. If you have any issues accessing please visit our school website https://www.coveschool.uk/join-us/work-with-us If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher.
• WE CAN ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS USING OUR APPLICATION FORM NOT CVs.
• WE CANNOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Cove School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff 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 Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, calm and confident with an excellent attention to detail and ability to use initiative. Previous experience of examination invigilation or working within an examination environment is desirable. Experience of leading and coordinating staff would be an advantage. Full training will be provided for JCQ regulations and school examination procedures.