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Exam Invigilation

  • Posted: 21-04-2026
  • Category: Other School Roles
  • Location: Birmingham
  • Type: Full-time / Temporary
  • Salary: £16 - £18 per hour
Smile Education are currently recruiting for Exam Invigilators to support secondary schools during the upcoming exam period in the Aston area of Birmingham.

These schools provide supportive and well-structured environments for pupils and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and fairness during examinations.
The successful applicants will play a key role in ensuring exams are conducted in line with regulations, supporting pupils in a calm and professional manner, and maintaining a secure and organised environment. This is a great opportunity to work within a dedicated school team during busy exam periods.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervising students before, during, and after examinations
Ensuring exam conditions are maintained in accordance with JCQ regulations
Setting up exam rooms, including distributing and collecting papers and materials
Assisting students with queries in line with exam guidelines
Monitoring behaviour and ensuring a quiet and focused environment
Escorting students as required, including supervising rest breaks
Reporting any irregularities, incidents, or concerns to senior staff
Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety procedures are followed at all times

The successful candidate will:
Hold an exam invigilation qualification or equivalent (essential)
Have previous experience as an exam invigilator or working within a school setting (preferred)
Be reliable, punctual, and highly organised
Have strong attention to detail and the ability to follow strict procedures
Be calm, professional, and able to manage a formal exam environment
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Be confident supervising secondary-aged pupils
Demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection

What to expect from applicants?
Applicants must hold a recognised exam invigilation qualification or equivalent. Previous experience working in a school or similar environment is desirable, although additional training and guidance can be provided. A strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and awareness of exam regulations is essential. Flexibility during peak exam periods is highly desirable.

Why work with Smile Education?
Smile Education are an agency with a difference. We are education specialists with a proven track record of supporting school staff at every stage of their career. We offer ongoing support, training, and CPD opportunities and work closely with schools across Aston, Birmingham, and the surrounding areas to find the right role for you.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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