Exams Invigilator

The examination function provides a high-quality service to all students at Preston College. We would like to increase our team of reliable and flexible exams invigilators to assist with both paper-based and on-screen examinations throughout the year.  We are looking for individuals who can promote a supportive atmosphere for our students so that they achieve their best, as well as ensuring the security of the examination, before, during and after the examination.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing the rooms prior to examinations in accordance with regulations
• Setting up on-screen tests, distribution of scripts and supervision of students during examinations
• Ensuring the integrity and security of the examinations and all relevant paperwork

Successful candidates must be numerate and literate, with good communication, digital and organisational skills.  You must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.

We operate an exams timetable throughout the year, with the summer term being our busiest period.  Our exams operate morning, afternoon and some weekday evenings.

If you are interested, please read the job description and person specification for full details.  Full training and support will be provided.

Employment is on a casual basis, with variable hours of work to meet the demands of examinations throughout the year.

At Preston College our vision is ‘to transform lives through education’, and we take great pride in supporting all of our students to achieve the qualifications they need, alongside the development of technical skills and knowledge that employers and universities are looking for.

We are rated Good by Ofsted and have been recognised as making a ‘strong’ contribution to skills. We are ambitious in seeking excellent outcomes for our students, communities, employers and staff.

We have a strong College culture, underpinned by five key values developed with our diverse body of staff;

• Welcoming and inclusive
• Supportive and compassionate
• Aspirational for our learners, ourselves and each other
• Act with integrity and transparency
• Be accountable

With Outstanding financial health, the College provides generous terms and conditions that are intended to attract, motivate and retain the best people in delivery of our strategic objectives.

Our Board of Governors is committed to an ambitious Three Year Plan, which sets out our aspirations from  2023 to 2026, currently being updated for the next three years.

Job Title:                  Exams Invigilator

Salary:                       £25,603 (SCP 9) JFG 7 Per annum, pro rata.

Hours:                       Variable hours – on demand in line with exam timetable requirements – Monday to Friday covering daytime and evenings

Closing Date for Applications:   Tuesday 31 March 2026 

Interview Date:                             Wednesday 22 April 2026

If you feel that this exciting opportunity is the right fit for you, then we look forward to your application. 

The successful candidate for this appointment will be required to apply for appropriate disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring service.

About us:

Our mission is to inspire, educate and support our diverse community to reach its potential. We pride ourselves on our community focus, with a diverse mix of students and staff, and plan our curriculum and other activities to give everyone the chance to truly achieve what they are capable of. We believe that we are inspirational in what we do, and that the support we offer to both our students and our staff is second to none.

What we offer:

Preston College has achieved a prestigious ‘Gold’ award by Investors in People, and we have a wide range of benefits for staff. Some of these are outlined below. For a full list visit www.preston.ac.uk/jobs

• Professional Development Opportunities including staff days and supported CPD.
• Opportunities to obtain qualifications essential to your role and support to achieve them.
• Opportunities for career and pay progression, including annual cost of living increases.
• Generous Annual Leave entitlement.
• Local Government Pension Scheme / Teacher’s Pension Scheme.
• Family friendly college policies including special leave, career break, job share and flexible working (role dependent).
• Free car parking.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to health and fitness suite, hair and beauty treatments and a range of other benefits.