We are looking for Exam Invigilators who will support the Data and Exams Manager to ensure the smooth running of all exams for all students participating in mock, GCSE and A ‘Level Examinations. This is a crucial role in ensuring that all our students have the best chance of success and can succeed in all exams.
At Henley Bank High School, our aspiration is for all our staff and students to leave our school with practical wisdom gained through the teaching of intellectual, moral, civic and performance virtues.
We are a successful secondary school based in Brockworth, extremely close to junction 11a of the M5. The school has consistently been achieving excellent academic results over the past few years with the GCSE results of 2023 being in the top 1% of results in the country, as well as the highest results for any non-selective school in Gloucestershire. We opened our Sixth Form in September 2024 and are really excited to see what the next stage in the school’s journey will be. A crucial element of the school’s vision is ensuing that we are preparing our young people for the world of tomorrow. This role plays an essential part in achieving this.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our job’s portal.
Job Purpose
The successful candidate will:
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Supervise individuals and/or groups of students undertaking school examinations in accordance with the legal and school requirements
- Have the flexibility to provide invigilating support around specific exam dates
- Undertaking any training enabling you to fulfil your role and duties
Main responsibilities:
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To assist the Examinations Officer in the smooth and efficient administration, setting up and running of examinations
- Closely following and enforcing the school and exam board procedures and regulations, including being familiar with the ‘Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations’ as provided by the Examinations Boards
- To support candidates on a 1-1 basis who requires assistance e.g scribing
- Assisting candidates prior to the start of examinations by directing them to their seats and advising them about possessions permitted in examination venues
- Ensuring candidates do not talk once inside examination venues
- Invigilating during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with examination irregularities in accordance with procedure
- Checking attendance during examinations
- Recording details of late arrivals and early leavers and collecting scripts from early leavers
- Escorting candidates from venues during the examination as required and supervising candidates whilst outside examination venues
- Escorting candidates on toilet breaks ensuring no unauthorised material is consulted and that examination regulations are observed at all times
- To ensure that any minor behaviour issues are dealt with in line with school policy and that any breaches of Examination Code of Conduct are reported to the Examinations Officer immediately
- Collecting, collating and assisting with the packing of examination papers, stationery and equipment prior to the examinations and delivering scripts at the end of the examination in accordance with strict procedures
- Supervising candidates leaving examination venues, ensuring that candidates do not remove equipment or stationery from the venue without authorisation and ensuring that candidates leave venues in an orderly and quiet manner
- To be available for additional Invigilating Training Meetings
You will need:
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Hold at least 5 GCSE’s or equivalent, which must include at least a Grade C/4 in Maths and English
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to school improvement and raising achievement for all students
- Previous administrative experience demonstrating strong organisational skills
- Excellent problem solving, communication and organisational skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal sensitively with related issues/individuals with tact, diplomacy and discretion
- Good interpersonal skills and an ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and students
What’s in it for you:
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Professional development and career progression
- Generous pension scheme
- Blue Light Card
- Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
- An Employee Assistance Programme
- Gym Discounts
- Free eye tests
- Cycle to work scheme
- Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday 30th June 2026 at 11.59pm. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
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Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check.
