Exam Invigilation: Invigilator

Examinations Invigilator – 0667-26

Primary Location (Regularly): Highfield Campus

Department: Student & Education Services, Exams & Awards Team

Salary: £12.90 p/h.

Start date: 4th May 2026 (online training available)

Would you like to work as an Examinations Invigilator for the University of Southampton during the 2025/26 academic year and beyond? Exams are run in January, May/June and August. If you have applied previously and carried out Invigilator work for us before, you do not need to re-apply.

We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic, and motivated people who want a flexible job that can fit around other commitments.

• Invigilators must be reliable, professional, in good health, with a clear voice and able to relay procedures calmly.
• You must complete all online training modules before you can invigilate.
• You will be supported with exam induction, team leader guidance and collegiate support.
• Balance academic integrity and student welfare; show respect to all students and staff and follow policy and procedures.

We regret that we cannot accept applications from active students on Taught Programmes (PGT Students).

• Semester Two assessment:
  Monday 18 May – Friday 5 June 2026 (excluding Bank Holiday Monday 25 May; possibly including Saturday 23 and 30 May)
• Supplementary assessments:
  Monday 17 August – Friday 28 August 2026 (excluding Bank Holiday Monday 24 August; possibly including Saturday 22 August)

• All day 8.00 am to 6.00 pm with lunch break
• AM 8.00 am to 12.30 pm / 1.30 pm
• PM 1.00 pm to 5.30 pm / 6.30 pm

Successful applicants will be asked to complete an availability form so that shifts can be allocated.

A group interview session will be held on Wednesday 18th March 2025. Please ONLY apply if you are available for the group interview on this date as there will be an in‑person requirement to attend.

The Final date to receive applications will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Holly Huelin on  or email  – Please quote 0667‑26 on all correspondence.

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

The University is a signatory of the Technician Commitment and a partner affiliate of the National Technician Development Centre (NTDC). We are committed to supporting our technical staff and offer a wide range of opportunities including networking, mentoring, training, professional registration and career development. By joining you will be part of a bigger technical community, offering support and guidance.

Apply by 11:59pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on  or  quoting the job number.