Exam Invigilator

Date posted: October 2026

Pay: hourly rate

Job Description:

Exam Invigilator – Mocks (February 2027) and Summer 2026 (May & June 2027)

Hurst Lodge School, is an independent special school, dedicated to supporting children aged 7–19 years who have a range of additional needs. We pride ourselves on our nurturing environment, creative curriculum, and highly collaborative approach - ensuring every pupil feels understood, valued, and empowered to reach their potential.

This is a casual seasonal post, with sessions in February, May & June 2027.

Excellent opportunity to work flexible hours!

Are you looking for a role where you can choose to work flexible hours? Do you have excellent attention to detail?

Are you a calming presence and enjoy being part of a collaborative team?

We are looking to increase our team of Exam Invigilators, Scribes and Readers to support the exam processes at Hurst Lodge. You will be working with a dedicated team who are passionate about delivering a professional, procedurally correct exam experience for our pupils.

Responsibilities could include setting up the exam rooms, ensuring pupils receive the appropriate question and answer papers and that the rigorous procedures are followed throughout. Those undertaking Reader responsibilities will read exam instructions and questions aloud, accurately and clearly. Scribes produce accurate, verbatim transcripts of answers dictated by the pupil.

Regardless of whether you are keen to specialise in one element of the role or are happy to carry out all 3 elements we would love to hear from you.

Our next exam period is Feb/May/June and various morning or afternoon sessions are available during these periods.

Successful candidates will undergo comprehensive initial training and annual refresher training.

****A standard school application form must be completed for this role*****

Please email [email protected] for an application form and supply an email address for the form to be sent to.

Hurst Lodge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Other Responsibilities:

Safety & Wellbeing / Safeguarding:

Promote the safety and wellbeing of students, and help to safeguard students’ wellbeing by following the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and our school’s child protection policy

Equality Commitment:

At Hurst Lodge School, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive environment where every individual is valued and respected. We continuously strive to challenge discrimination, celebrate diversity, and ensure that our policies and practices reflect our commitment to equal opportunities. By working together, we aim to create a school community where everyone feels empowered, valued, and respected.

Competitive salary, hourly rate payable

Location: Yateley, Hampshire

Equal Opportunities

Hurst Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The school is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Safer Recruitment

The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, in line with safer recruitment practices.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found

WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSOR OVERSEAS CANDIDATES

Pay: £13.50-£14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3.0 – 30.0 per week

Work Location: In person