Casual Exam Invigilator at King's Leadership Academy Hawthornes

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/KLAH/54747

Location

Fernhill Road, Bootle, Merseyside, L20 6AQ

Contract Type

Casual Contract

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£12.26 Hourly
Holiday uplift of additional £1.48 per hour (subject to NLW increase)

Closing Date

11:59pm, 10th Feb 2026

Start Date

ASAP

Positions Available

Positions Available 4

Interview Date(s)

TBC

Interview Date(s) TBC

About this Role

Exam Invigilators (Casual)

King’s Leadership Academy Hawthornes

Part of the Great Schools Trust

Are you calm, reliable and professional? Do you want a flexible role where you can make a real difference to students’ success?

We are seeking to appoint casual Exam Invigilators to join our team at King’s Leadership Academy Hawthornes. This important role supports the fair and proper conduct of examinations throughout the year, particularly during mock exams in November & February and the main exam series in May–July.

You will play a vital role in ensuring the fair and proper conduct of exams, supporting students calmly and professionally, and upholding the integrity of the exam process. Duties include setting up exam rooms, supervising students, managing attendance, and ensuring exam papers are collected securely.

What we offer:

Flexible, casual hours to suit your availability
£12.26 per hour + holiday uplift
A professional and supportive school environment
The chance to directly support students’ academic success

For further details, including full responsibilities and person specification, please see the Recruitment Pack attached.

Safeguarding Statement

The Great Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment checks.

Contact Details

  Michael Aitken
  0151 922 3798
  m.aitken@kingshawthornes.com

King's Leadership Academy Hawthornes would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

Can you describe what you believe are the key responsibilities of an exam invigilator and how you would ensure exam board regulations and exam conditions are consistently followed?
This role requires accurate timekeeping, completing registers, and handling exam papers securely. Can you give an example of a time you had to work methodically and pay close attention to detail?
How would you respond if a student became distressed, disruptive, or attempted to bring unauthorised materials into an exam room?
What does safeguarding mean to you in a school setting, and what actions would you take if you had a concern about a student during an exam session?
This is a casual role with varying hours and responsibilities. How do you demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and flexibility when working on an ad hoc basis as part of a wider team?