At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise students during exams and ensure a calm, supportive environment.
- Company: Join a respected school within the Cidari Multi Academy Trust.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, career development, health benefits, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth in a friendly, professional environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' exam experiences while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Cidari Education and the Headteacher of South Shore Academy are seeking to recruit enthusiastic and organised individuals to join our team of Exam Invigilators to support pupils during the examination process. This position is ideal for someone who is calm, observant, reliable and has a strong attention to detail.
You will be responsible for supervising students during exams, ensuring that all exam regulations are followed and that students are provided with a quiet, supportive environment in which to perform at their best. Your duties will include:
- Setting up exam rooms
- Distributing and collecting papers
- Monitoring student conduct
- Reporting any irregularities
Working closely with the exams officer and teaching staff, you will help ensure that each exam session runs efficiently and securely. This role requires professionalism, discretion, and the ability to remain focused and composed under pressure.
We can offer you:
- Flexible, term-time hours
- The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school
- Good opportunities for personal and career development
- Motivated and experienced Governing Body and central Trust team
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to health and wellbeing benefits
- Employment within a Trust committed to equality of opportunity and nationally and locally negotiated pay arrangements
- Access to employee benefits & rewards through Perkbox
- Cycle to work scheme
The right candidate will have:
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- A flexible approach to work
Closing date: Friday 11th September 2026 at 12 noon
Proposed interview date: Friday 18th September 2026 (subject to change)
The Trust reserves the right to extend the closing date for this role. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our safer recruitment pre-employment checks on shortlisted candidates.
We are a member of Cidari Multi Academy Trust, established in November 2013, a growing educational trust and part of the Blackburn Diocese. Cidari Education is committed to providing high quality education for all children in our academies based on clearly established Christian values and principles. Cidari Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The above post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure & Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.
Exam Invigilator employer: South Shore Academy
South Shore Academy is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can truly make a difference in the school community. With a strong emphasis on personal and career development, employees benefit from ongoing training and growth opportunities, all while enjoying a collaborative atmosphere that values communication and teamwork.
