At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students during exams by ensuring a calm and compliant environment.
- Company: Thames Park School, part of a supportive Multi-Academy Trust.
- Benefits: Earn £14.93 per hour with flexible hours and training provided.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and professional development within the Trust.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' exam experiences while gaining valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Good communication skills and reliability; experience is a plus but not required.
The predicted salary is between 14.93 - 14.93 £ per hour.
Thames Park School is looking to recruit Exam Invigilators to join our established team, assisting with both internal and external examinations. This is a casual contract, and you will be paid an hourly rate for the hours that you work. Applicants must be available to work at agreed times between the hours of 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, on an ad hoc basis during examination periods.
This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to support the pupils through their exam period. Duties include:
- Dissemination and collection of exam papers
- Ensuring full compliance with exam conditions in the exam room
- Following instructions from the Exams Officer
- Supporting pupils to conduct themselves appropriately during examinations
Successful candidates will possess excellent communication skills, be able to work in a methodical and organised manner and be able to work on their own and as part of a team.
Qualifications and Requirements
Previous experience would be an advantage, but it is not essential as full training will be provided. Essential qualities include:
- Reliable
- Punctual
- Able to work to a strict timetable
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work with pupils and staff in a calm and professional manner
School Context
Thames Park School is a member of Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust with twelve member schools within Essex. The Trust emphasises cooperative values and a positive learning atmosphere.
What the school can offer
- Support from highly experienced SLT members, an Examinations Manager and the wider trust network
- Support network for all staff including managing workloads and work-life balance
- Career progression throughout the Trust, with the ability to progress in other schools
- Excellent CPD opportunities through the school and the trust
- Fully Subscribed Employee Assistance Programme
- Excellent behaviour management policy to support all staff
- National Conditions of Service
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
Safeguarding and recruitment
Thames Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on our formal application form; CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
How to apply
If you would like to be considered for this post, application forms are available via our website: Vacancies in our Trust (osborne.coop). The hourly rate of £14.93 includes holiday pay that is paid in the month when the hours are claimed.
Dates
Closing date: Tuesday 1st September 2026 - Midday
Interview date: W/C 5th September 2026
Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Equality and safeguarding
Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Exam Invigilators in Grays employer: Thames Park Secondary School
Thames Park School, part of the Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust, is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive work environment and employee well-being. With a strong emphasis on cooperative values, staff benefit from excellent career progression opportunities, comprehensive training, and a robust support network, all while contributing to a positive learning atmosphere for pupils during their examination periods.
Contact Details:
Thames Park Secondary School Recruitment Team
