Exam Invigilator in Manchester

The purpose of this role is to provide support to the Examinations Officer, in all matters relating to the management of examinations. The role of an Exams Invigilator is key to ensuring all examinations are managed efficiently and effectively, in line with procedures and processes.

This role is available on a ‘casual’ basis, providing support during School examination periods. The hourly rate for this post is £14.50. Full details as to the responsibilities of the position can be found in the Job Pack.

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to join our outstanding school where public examination results consistently place Withington amongst the leading schools in the UK. Withington is the Times Independent Secondary School of the decade in the Northwest
• Keen, committed and very able students who are positive and active learners
• A highly diverse environment where pupils come from a wide geographical area in and around Manchester and from many different social, cultural and religious backgrounds
• Colleagues eager to share passion and enthusiasm for the school and an environment where the relationship between pupils and staff is a particular strength
• Excellent facilities

What you can offer us:

• Good attention to detail
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Excellent time management
• The ability to work well both independently and as a member of our team

Closing Date: 8am, Friday 23rd October 2026

Withington Girls’ School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School will carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media account names/handles, as part of their application.

It is the post holder’s responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of children. You will comply with the Withington Girls’ School Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, and the requirement to report to the Designated Safeguarding Lead any concerns relating to the safety or welfare of children.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Withington Girls’ School is an equal opportunities employer. It is our policy to employ the best qualified personnel and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in recruitment and employment to all individuals who meet our criteria for the role advertised. We will consider candidates without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. This list is not exhaustive, and candidates will also be considered without discrimination based on socioeconomic, marital, parental or caregiving status, or any of the previously listed characteristics or statuses.

We value the diversity of our staff and do not tolerate any form of harassment, discrimination or victimisation. We achieve this by creating and maintaining a work environment and culture where people from different backgrounds, and with varying lifestyles, interests, opinions and responsibilities, treat each other with dignity and respect. Our working environment is such that our staff feel safe and are inspired and motivated to be their best.

Our school is dedicated to sustaining and promoting diversity with respect to recruitment, promotion, training, and general treatment during employment. We are actively seeking to extend the diversity of our staff.

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