Exam Invigilators

Location: Castle Cary

Employer Ansford Academy Location Castle  Cary, Somerset Contract Type Permanent Hours Casual Salary  £15.11 an hour (includes holiday pay)
Posted5th October 2026

Start Date As Soon As Possible Expires
16th November 2026 11:59 PM Contract Type Permanent Start  Date As Soon As Possible Job ID1577779

Start Date As Soon As Possible Contract Type :

Permanent Job  Invigilator

Location:

Ansford Academy Pay: £13.48 per hour + 12.07% holiday pay Contract Type:
Casual (as required during exam periods)-About the Role Ansford Academy is seeking friendly, reliable, and professional individuals to join our team as Exam Invigilators. In this vital role, you will help supervise internal and external examinations, ensuring strict regulations are met to give our students a calm, fair, and supportive environment to succeed.

This casual position offers flexible hours during exam periods to suit your schedule. Up to 3 days of paid training and annual updates will be provided.

- Key Responsibilities
* Supervise candidates and ensure compliance with exam regulations.
* Prepare exam rooms (seating arrangements, signage, clocks) and distribute/collect materials securely.
* Check candidate attendance, verify identities, and handle student queries with composure.
* Act as a prompt or scribe for students requiring access arrangements.
* Collaborate closely with the Exams Officer and wider invigilation team.

- What We Are Looking For

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 GCSEs grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), with strong literacy and numeracy skills.

Key Attributes:
Patient, kind, punctual, highly detailed, and able to remain calm under pressure.

Tech

Skills:

Basic IT confidence to engage with training and payroll platforms (guidance provided).Desirable:
Previous supervisory/educational experience or knowledge of exam regulations is a bonus, but full training will be given.

Ansford Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

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Safeguarding Statement:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and head teachers must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. An Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required from the successful candidate.

This vacancy is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act as the work brings employees into contact with children who are regarded by the Act as a vulnerable group.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity or religion. We are also committed to the protection and safety of students. We expect all adults who work at the Academy to take full responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students at this Academy.