The posting
CASUAL EXAM INVIGILATORS
£12.71 per hour
(rising to £13.21 per hour from April 2027)
Applicants must be available through the exam period and able to commit to scheduled exam sessions, although hours may vary depending on daily requirements.
Candidates must be available to attend training during January 2027.
The Role
Watling Academy is seeking dedicated and reliable Exam Invigilators to join our team to assist with internal and external exams. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about ensuring the smooth running of exams and who can help create a calm and compliant environment for our students during this important time.
Your responsibilities would include:
- Preparing exam venues, distributing and collecting exam papers
- Ensuring that all exam regulations are followed
- Maintaining the security of exam papers at all times
- Working independently, but also within a team
Exam Invigilators are required to have strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to stay calm under pressure are essential. Your attentiveness will help maintain a fair and controlled setting, allowing students to focus on their exams. While previous experience would be beneficial, it is not required as full training will be provided.
About Watling Academy
Watling Academy is an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ secondary school situated on the western edge of Milton Keynes, encompassing the Whitehouse and Fairfields developments. Opening in September 2020, our school is a new and vibrant learning community for students aged 11-18. We are excited to have opened the Watling Academy Sixth Form to our first cohort of Year 12 students in September 2025, which will provide further educational opportunities. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Kindness embody the ‘Watling Way’ and are integral to the way we interact, learn and grow together as a community.
For more information about our school, please explore our website: www.watling.academy
Learn more about why you should join us by downloading the attached Watling Academy Recruitment Pack
About The Alliance Schools Trust
The Alliance Schools Trust is driven by our mission of Care, Education and Opportunity. We prioritise care by ensuring that no student or staff member ever feels anonymous. Everyone is recognised, valued and supported, creating a strong sense of belonging within our community. Our commitment to education is reflected in our proven track record of academic success, consistently outperforming both Milton Keynes and national averages. We offer opportunity through supportive and dynamic learning environments, where every student can thrive and be well-prepared for future success in higher education or employment. For staff, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development and progression within our growing network of schools, empowering you to advance your career within a united, forward-thinking Trust.
We are recognised as leaders in raising educational standards both within our Trust and in the schools we support. We are proud to appoint motivated, highly qualified staff who thrive in a culture where collaboration and the spirit of partnership are central to everything we do.
How to Apply
Due to our commitment to safer recruitment practices, we can only accept applications through My New Term. Please do not submit CVs.
The Alliance Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
E-mail: [email protected]
Headteacher: Mrs Emma Anderson
Closing date for applications: Friday 27th November 2026, 9am
Interviews: w/c 7th December 2026
