Exam Invigilators

Job Description:

Exam Invigilator - Nottinghamshire
Location: Nottinghamshire
Contract Type: Flexible / Seasonal
Start Date: Exam seasons throughout the academic year
Pay Rate: £16 per hour
Training Required: Previous experience or online invigilation training (help provided if needed)

Overview

Education Personnel are recruiting Exam Invigilators across Nottinghamshire to support our partner schools during exam periods. This Exam Invigilator role is ideal for individuals who are available for short-term, flexible work when exams take place and are happy to accept bookings that may vary week to week.

Exam Invigilators play an important role in ensuring exams run smoothly and in line with regulations. The work is straightforward, but reliability, attention to detail, and professionalism are essential. Work is mainly based in school exam halls during exam periods.

This is an ideal opportunity for those looking to pick up additional work, return to education-based roles on a flexible basis, or work around other commitments. You must have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one. You can do this through us.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up exam rooms and prepare materials as directed
• Supervise students during exams, ensuring regulations are followed
• Distribute and collect exam papers correctly
• Record attendance and report any issues or irregularities
• Maintain a quiet, focused exam environment
• Follow all exam board and school procedures

The Ideal Candidate

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions accurately
• Confident supervising groups of students in an exam setting
• Calm and professional at all times
• Available for short-term and often last-minute bookings during exam periods
• Willing to complete a one-hour online exam invigilator training course if not already trained

Why Apply Through Education Personnel?

We understand that exam invigilation is flexible, seasonal work, and we recruit with that in mind. We work with a wide range of schools and exam centres and aim to offer you work that fits your availability. Whether you want a few days here and there or regular bookings during exam season, we keep things clear, organised, and well communicated.

We offer opportunities including:
• Day-to-day supply
• Long-term placements
• Permanent roles
• Full-time and part-time work

We are currently recruiting across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, placing staff in Primary, Secondary, SEND, and mainstream settings. Our aim is simple: to help you find the right role and feel properly supported while you’re there.