Exams Invigilator

Preston School; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Yeovil is seeking a dedicated Exams Invigilator to support the smooth administration of examinations. The role requires teamwork and the ability to supervise students while ensuring exam conditions are maintained. Successful applicants will benefit from a supportive environment and opportunities for continued professional development. The job is casual and offers a rate of £14.40 per hour, reflecting the commitment to providing high-quality education and support for every student.

Benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Free eye tests

Employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Ability to assist with preparation of examination rooms.
• Competence in supervising and monitoring students during exams.
• Willing to enforce strict exam conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Examinations Officer in administering examinations.
• Help with pupil invigilation and collection of completed scripts.

Skills

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Supervision skills

Job description

* Exams InvigilatorNEW# Exams InvigilatorEmployerLocation: Yeovil, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: CasualSalary: £14.40 per hourPosted: 20th January 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 3rd March 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1530236Job Reference: Inv Jan 2026Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1530236* Share :Accountable to: Exams OfficerContract Type: Permanent - Casual contractStart Date: ASAPSalary: £14.40 (including holiday pay)We are looking to appoint Examination Invigilators on a casual basis to cover examination periods throughout the academic year. This will include invigilation for external GCSE examinations in May and June, for which your availability should be considerable. Internal examinations take place in November and February.Our morning exams start at 8.40am so you will need to be on site at 8.00am. Our afternoon exams start at 1.00pm. Sessions will vary in length and may be up to 3 hours.Successful candidates will need to work as part of a team committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our students and be willing to support students through the provision, supervision and monitoring of examinations, whilst enforcing strict exam conditions at all times.Successful candidates will report to our Exams Officer and appropriate training for the role will be given.Preston School has a clear and ambitious vision: To Achieve Excellence, by Inspiring Ambition – For Every Student, Every Day. We are committed to delivering outstanding education and wider opportunities for our students, and we seek an Exams Invigilator who wholeheartedly shares this vision.Based in the heart of Somerset, the successful applicant will benefit from beautiful surroundings, a strong commitment to continued professional development and join a welcoming and supportive staff community.We encourage early applications for this role as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.What We Are Looking For:● Someone to assist the Examinations Officer in the smooth and efficient administration of examinations● The ability to assist with the preparation of rooms● Pupil invigilation● Collection of completed scriptsWhat We Offer:● A school ranked in the top 3 in Somerset for academic attainment in the last academic year● Clear and consistent behaviour management routines, with centralised detentions● A focus on workload and wellbeing, with strong centralised curriculum planning● Strong links within the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership which support strong continued professional development and further career opportunities for our staff● A Cycle to Work scheme and free eye tests, along with access to an employee benefits platform### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Preston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Preston SchoolPart of### Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership