Casual Exam Invigilator

About The Role

Casual Exam Invigilator

Start date:

As soon as possible

Location:

Ark Alexandra Academy, Hastings, East Sussex

Salary:
Ark Support Scale 4, point 3: £13.21 per hour

Hours:

Casual contract; hours will be variable dependent on need

Closing date: 11:59pm on 18 January 2026

Interview date:
Tuesday 27 January 2026

We are looking to add to our current bank of dedicated Casual Invigilators ensuring that all JCQ regulatory requirements for the conduct of examinations are strictly adhered to. Our Invigilators supervise students taking GCSE exams, A Level exams, mock GCSEs and general end of year exams as necessary throughout the school year, although the main exam period will be in May and June.

Employment will be on a casual, claims only basis which will give you the flexibility to work around other commitments you may have.

Our standards are high, and we need someone who can be a team player and flexible when supporting other colleagues with the ability to be resilient, calm and professional under pressure. The successful candidate will be able to complete a range of online training to ensure the academy follows all JCQ requirements.

As the ideal candidate you will:

• Have excellent communication skills
• Have the ability to be firm but fair at all times
• Have a resilient character and the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure in a busy environment
• Have an enhanced attention to detail
• Be able to act on your own initiative and work within a team
• Ideally you will have experience working in a school environment, but this is not essential

Please click 'apply' on the website you are visiting to complete an online application form.

Please note we are unable to accept applications via CV. We will also be reviewing applications on an on-going basis, and this advert may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. Early application is strongly encouraged. You will be able to pause, save and log back in to complete your application up until the Final date to receive applications.

If you have any questions about the role, please email ALEHR. Please be aware there may be a delay due to the school holidays.

If you’re interested in further information about our school, please visit our website – (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

What we offer:

• A friendly but professional working environment
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the network
• Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution
• Unique opportunities for growth and development
• Access to Ark Rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support

We are committed to creating one of the top performing schools in the UK, right here in Hastings.

Ark Alexandra Academy is a popular secondary operating a 'One School, Two Campus' model since September 2024, offering unique opportunities for professional growth and development for our staff, and a more bespoke and supportive learning environment for our students.

The school is on a rapid journey of improvement, driven by a traditional, evidence-based approach and a culture of high expectations, which was reflected in a significant uplift in GCSE results for 2025. Highlights include:

• 65% of students achieved a 4+ in English and maths
• A record 13% increase in students passing English and Maths
• Disadvantaged students and those with SEND saw an even greater pass rate in English and Maths of 16% and 17% respectively
• Indicative Progress 8 score has increased from –0.8 (2024) to +0.1 (2025), representing one of the biggest turnarounds in the UK

We uphold traditional values of discipline, courtesy and respect, and are a strict no mobile phone school, ensuring a calm and purposeful learning environment where students are ready to learn.

As part of the Ark network, Ark Alexandra Academy has access to the dedicated support of a highly successful MAT with a well-regarded CPD offer for leaders and teachers at all levels and a developing programme for support staff. In addition, the school is part of the Hastings DfE…