Exam Invigilator

Kingsmead School; Taunton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Taunton is seeking an Exam Invigilator to join their supportive exam team. The role requires flexibility, as work will occur during various exams throughout the academic year. Candidates should have strong interpersonal, organisational, and time management skills. Responsibilities include setup for exams and supporting students effectively. A commitment to safeguarding is essential, and various benefits are offered, including a pension scheme and health support.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension through LGPS

Well-being support through EAP

Health benefits including wellness sessions

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Practical experience of understanding and following processes and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to keep calm under pressure or during unexpected circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduled exams across the Federation.
• Ensure exam environments are set up correctly.
• Work flexibly during exam periods throughout the academic year.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Ability to keep calm under pressure

Teamwork

Job description

* Exam InvigilatorFast Apply# Exam InvigilatorEmployerLocation: Taunton, SomersetContract Type: TemporaryHours: CasualContract Length: CasualSalary: £24,819 - £25,548 (CLF Grade Aii)Posted: 23rd January 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 23rd February 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: TemporaryStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1530939Job Reference: 43258Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Temporary* Contract Length: Casual* Job ID: 1530939* Share :**Job Title:**Exam Invigilator**Actual Hourly Rate:**£12.86**Full Time Equivalent Salary:** £24,819 - £25,548 (CLF Grade Aii). Based on 37 hours per week, All year round.**Contract Type:**Casual**Start:**As soon as possibleWe are looking for Exam Invigilators to join our supportive and talented exam team at Kingsmead academy. We are a diverse multi-academy trust, looking for professional and ambitious people, with a passion for transforming our students’ learning. Our Academies need exam invigilators, readers and scribers to assist with scheduled exams across the Federation. As this is a casual position you will work when available and will be called upon when required to support the Academy during exam season.This position requires flexibility as there are various exams held throughout the academic year, these usually fall within November, January and March. The Summer exams are held in May and June. There are also mock exams for Years 9, 10 and 11 at different times throughout the year. The working hours for this role can vary as exam environments have to be set up before the beginning of the school day and on occasions can sometimes continue after the school day has finished.**About you:****You will have:*** practical experience of understanding and following processes and procedure.* excellent interpersonal, good organisational and time management skills.* have the ability to keep calm under pressure or during unexpected circumstances.* have a caring and understanding attitude, sensitive and responsive to the needs of our students.* the capabilities to work as part of a team but also under own initiativeApplicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the Southwest that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.**What we can offer you:*** Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).* Generous annual leave.* A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.* Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.* Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.* A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.* Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!**Recruitment timeline:**Closing Date: 23rd February 2026Shortlisting Date: 24th February 2026Interview Date: To be confirmedWe welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs - a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.**Please note we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.****We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.***As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.*### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:The Cabot Learning Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles across the trust have a varying level of responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice, with some roles holding significant responsibility and involving working with children on a daily basis in regulated activity. Regardless of the level of responsibility and involvement in each role, we expect all staff, visiting professionals and volunteers to share this commitment.### Kingsmead AcademyPart of### Cabot Learning Federation