Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilators – Secondary School in Acton
£16.53 - £16.86 per hour (Umbrella)
May–July Exam Season
DBS & Previous Experience Required
Are you calm under pressure?
Do you have a keen eye for detail?
Looking for flexible, rewarding work during the summer exam season?
A high‑achieving, well‑organised secondary school in Acton is seeking experienced Exam Invigilators to join their exam team for the busy May–July period. The school is known for its excellent behaviour, strong routines and supportive staff culture, creating a smooth and professional exam environment.
We strongly encourage early applications, as training and onboarding will take place ahead of the main exam window.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Preparing exam rooms, ensuring correct materials, seating plans and signage are in place
* Supervising students during examinations and maintaining a calm, controlled atmosphere
* Distributing and collecting exam papers securely and accurately
* Providing scribing support for students with access arrangements
* Ensuring all JCQ and school exam regulations are followed
* Monitoring timing, managing queries and reporting any irregularities
* Supporting the Exams Officer and wider invigilation team throughout the session
What We’re Looking For
* Previous exam invigilation experience (essential)
* A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Professionalism, reliability and excellent attention to detail
* Ability to follow strict procedures and maintain confidentiality
* Flexibility to work across various exam sessions between May and July
Why Join Us?
* Competitive hourly rate: £12.21 – £15.64
* Supportive, well‑structured exam team
* A calm, well‑managed school environment
* Ideal for those seeking flexible, term‑time wor
How to Apply
To express your interest, apply today! Early applications are strongly encouraged due to high demand during the exam period.
Peak Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that supports Teachers and Support Staff find short and/or long-term temporary and/or permanent employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Education Schools throughout the UK. We are committed to Safer Recruitment and undertake checks on all candidates we work with. As part of the registration process, each candidate will be required to have a current DBS Disclosure and a subscription to the DBS Update Service, if you do not have one, we can support you with an application. We will also need to see all original relevant qualifications certificates before any work placement is agreed