At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise exams, prepare venues, and ensure a fair environment for candidates.
- Company: Join Cardiff and Vale College, a leading institution committed to excellence and inclusion.
- Benefits: Earn £13.45 per hour with flexible hours and a supportive team.
- Other info: Opportunity to work across campuses and gain valuable experience.
- Why this job: Play a vital role in helping students succeed in their qualifications.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.
The predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Cardiff and Vale College is looking to appoint two reliable and professional Invigilators to support the delivery of examinations across our college campuses. Working as part of the Examinations Team, you will help ensure that examinations are conducted in accordance with Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations, providing a fair and secure environment for candidates.
This role requires flexibility and availability throughout the academic year, with a particular requirement for full availability during the main examination season, typically running between May and June each year. Hours will vary depending on the examination timetable and business needs.
What You'll Do
- Invigilating examinations in line with JCQ regulations and College procedures
- Preparing examination venues and materials
- Supervising candidates before, during and after examinations
- Completing examination documentation and reporting any incidents
- Supporting computer-based and online assessments
- Undertaking associated administrative duties within the Examinations Team
- Working across College campuses as required
About You
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills
- Can remain calm, professional and vigilant in a formal examination environment
- Have good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Are able to work flexibly to meet examination schedules, including occasional evening assessments
- Can travel between College sites when required
- Previous administrative or customer-facing experience would be advantageous. Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential.
Why Join Us
Cardiff and Vale College is one of the largest colleges in the UK and is recognised for its commitment to excellence, innovation and inclusion. You will join a supportive team and play an important role in ensuring students can successfully complete their qualifications.
Additional Information
The closing date for completed applications is 19th November 2026 at 11:59pm. All vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Employment cannot commence until a satisfactory and up-to-date DBS check has been received. The College's Procedure for the Suitability of Ex-Offenders for Employment is available upon request.
Please note that some roles may require registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). Where this applies, employment will be conditional upon obtaining and maintaining the appropriate registration. Employment with Cardiff and Vale College is also subject to satisfactory references. Before employment can commence, the College must receive two references, one of which must be from your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted following appointment.
These checks form part of our pre-employment requirements and must be satisfactorily completed before employment can commence. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the learners and communities we serve. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we are committed to the recruitment, development and retention of disabled people, ensuring an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
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