Exam Invigilator in Poole

Here at Bournemouth & Poole College, we are looking to recruit Invigilators on a part time contract. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £12.58 per hour. At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College’s Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work.

You will be employed through Southern Educational Professional Services Ltd; a subsidiary of the College.

Invigilator Role

This role ensures the compliance of examination conditions as per Awarding Bodies and JCQ regulations. Working closely with the Exams staff and College staff this role will ensure that the exam event is delivered in a timely, secure and fair manner to the students as per regulations. This role will oversee the examination event within the exams room assigned as per exams schedule.

Key Responsibilities Of The Invigilator

• Ensure examinations are conducted in accordance with JCQ regulations and awarding body requirements.
• Arrive punctually and attend invigilator briefings as and when required.
• Prepare the examination room according to regulations (seating plans, spacing, signage).
• Maintain the security, integrity, and confidentiality of examination materials at all times.
• Create and maintain a calm, orderly, and fair exam environment for all candidates.
• Check candidate identity, seating arrangements, and authorised materials.
• Supervise candidates continuously, remaining vigilant for malpractice or irregularities.
• Provide approved assistance only, in line with JCQ guidance.
• Accurately complete attendance registers, seating plans, and incident reports.
• Collect, check, and return examination scripts securely after each exam.

The above list of duties is not exhaustive and is subject to change. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties within the scope and grading of the post.

About You

• Good general education
• Common sense approach
• Communication including written and verbal
• Very strong attention to detail and numeracy
• Flexible availability, as agreed with the Exams

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Invigilator role, please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!

Closing date: 26 February 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.