At a Glance
- Tasks: Support exam invigilators and ensure smooth exam conditions for students.
- Company: The de Ferrers Academy, a friendly and supportive educational environment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, wellbeing initiatives, and discounted gym membership.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that helps students succeed while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Punctual, adaptable, and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 12.65 - 13.05 £ per hour.
Location: St Mary's Drive, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0LL
Contract Type: Casual Contract
Salary: £12.65 - £13.05 Hourly
Closing Date: 9:00am, Fri 17th Jul, 2026
Positions Available: 4
The Candidate
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can be part of a friendly, hardworking team? The de Ferrers Academy is excited to welcome new exam invigilators to support our existing team. You’ll have the chance to work in dynamic exam centres – our Trent Campus hosting GCSE and Key Stage 4 exams, and our Sixth Form Campus running A Level and Key Stage 5 exams – and play a vital role in helping students succeed. Exams take place throughout the year, from pre‑public exams in December and March/April, to official external exams in November, January, and May/June. Flexibility and availability during these key times are essential, and in return, you’ll gain valuable experience and be part of a supportive team that truly values your contribution.
Responsibilities
- Support the existing exam invigilator team.
- Work in the Trent Campus and Sixth Form Campus exam centres.
- Ensure exam conditions run smoothly and students have a comfortable environment.
- Attend exams throughout the year, including pre‑public and official external exams.
- Participate in full training and shadow experienced invigilators.
- Complete essential training to work safely and effectively with young people.
Qualifications
- Punctual, adaptable, attentive, and excellent communication skills.
- Comfortable shoes – you will be on your feet for the duration of the exam.
- Good IT skills are a bonus, as training is largely online.
Benefits
- Investment in your professional development and CPD through our Professional Growth Model.
- Removal of performance‑related pay.
- A commitment to dignity and respect in the workplace.
- Opportunities for collaborative working through leadership and staff networks.
- A Trust‑wide approach to reducing workload.
- Wellbeing initiatives supported by our Wellbeing Champion Network.
- Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support services.
- Access to Benenden Health’s self‑pay private healthcare service.
- Discounted gym membership with Everyone Active.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- BHSF health cash plan.
- Eye care vouchers.
- Flu vaccination vouchers.
Eligibility and Equality
We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone. Therefore, we encourage applications from under‑represented communities regardless of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
