Exam Invigilator – Hounslow

Exam Invigilator – Secondary School – Hounslow, London

Exam Invigilator | Examination Officer | Exam Support

Location: Hounslow, London

Pay: Up to £15 per hour (depending on experience)

Start Date: October 2026 / April 2027 

Contract: Part-Time / Flexible

At Engage Education, we know that schools rely on dedicated and responsible staff to ensure examinations run smoothly and students have the best possible environment in which to perform. We’ve spent over a decade building strong relationships with schools across West and South West London, and we’re now working with an Ofsted ‘Good’ secondary school in Hounslow to recruit reliable and attentive Exam Invigilators to support their examinations team.

About the role:

• Supervise students during internal and external examinations, ensuring all exams are conducted in accordance with the school’s procedures and examination regulations.
• Ensure examination rooms are properly prepared before each examination.
• Check students’ identities and ensure they are seated in the correct places.
• Distribute and collect examination papers and other required materials securely and efficiently.
• Clearly explain examination instructions and ensure students understand the rules and regulations before the examination begins.
• Maintain a calm, quiet and controlled examination environment throughout each session.
• Closely monitor students during examinations to ensure the integrity and security of the examination process.
• Remain vigilant and report any suspected irregularities or incidents to the relevant member of staff.
• Record attendance and complete any required examination documentation accurately.
• Escort students where required and support the smooth running of examination sessions.
• Assist with the organisation and secure handling of examination materials before and after each session.
• Support students who require reasonable adjustments or additional arrangements, in line with school procedures.
• Follow safeguarding, confidentiality, health and safety and examination regulations at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the school’s examinations and pastoral teams to ensure examinations run smoothly.

The ideal candidate will be reliable, punctual and highly attentive, with the confidence to supervise groups of students and maintain a calm and focused environment. Previous experience working in a school or examination setting is desirable but not essential, as full guidance and training will be provided.

About the school:

• An Ofsted ‘Good’ secondary school in Hounslow, London, providing a high-quality education for students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• A welcoming, inclusive and ambitious school community with high expectations for both students and staff.
• Well located with excellent transport links, making it easily accessible for staff travelling from across West and South West London.
• A supportive and collaborative staff team, committed to creating a positive learning environment for all students.
• A strong focus on academic achievement, personal development and preparing students for future success.
• Excellent pastoral care and student support, helping students to feel safe, supported and able to achieve their potential.
• A commitment to inclusion and ensuring students with additional needs are appropriately supported.
• A positive and purposeful school environment where staff are encouraged to work collaboratively.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience working within a secondary school environment.
• The opportunity to play an important role in supporting students through key examination periods.

About us:

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

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• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions via Creative Education
• Your own dedicated consultant to support you throughout the application process
• £50 ‘Refer a Friend’ Amazon voucher via our EngageNow app

How to apply:

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