Based in the Exams Team you will provide Invigilation support for University Examinations. Currently we require additional support for the Autumn Exam period from Monday 12th January to Monday 19th January 2026.
There could further opportunities in the Spring and Resit Exam periods which are held in May/June and August 2026.
Up to three examination sessions may operate on each day, which may require a start time of 7:30am or a finish time of 6.00pm. Shifts during this period will be on an ad-hoc basis (dependent on requirements), the hiring manager will confirm the timings, dates & location with you beforehand. Please state your availability for this period in your application.
Examination Dates:
- 12/01/2026
- 13/01/2026
- 14/01/2026
- 15/01/2026
- 16/01/2026
- 19/01/2026
This is a physically demanding role where you will need to set up venues with desk numbers and layout and collect exam papers, supervise the conduct of the exam, and walk around for long periods to monitor activity and support students.
General Examination Responsibilities
- Reading through the examination paper before the student arrives to ensure an awareness of the subject, any possible queries on the instructions and potential unusual spelling.
- Maintaining a professional and impartial position at all times and ensuring that no personal opinions, advice or answers are provided or indicated.
- Ensuring all examination announcements are clearly made to students at the correct times.
- Ensuring that examination regulations are adhered to including reporting incidents such as noise disturbance, academic misconduct, student illness, toilet breaks and any complaints regarding any aspect of the examination.
- Being understanding and flexible to the needs of students with disabilities in a higher education environment and the boundaries that need to be observed.
- Abide by all University policies.
- Perform other duties which are not included above, but which will be consistent with the role.
- Uphold the Professional Services Values & Behaviours or local equivalent.