Invigilators

16.96 GBP hourly

Location Dumfries and Galloway College Bankend Road Dumfries DG1 4FD United Kingdom

This job ends on 31 July 2026

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Invigilators – Internal Applicants Only

Dumfries | £16.96 per hour | Fixed Term for 12 Months | Zero Hours Contract

Other Benefits

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Accrued Annual Leave (FTE 45 days)
• Opportunities for career progression and personal development
• Access a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits inc. Cycle to Work, Bike Shop, Home & Electronics Lifestyle Saves and Employee Assistance Programme.

What’s the Job?

Are you looking for flexible work where you can support students to achieve their qualifications? We are seeking reliable individuals to join the Student Records Team of Invigilators.

The Student Records Team safeguards the validity of student results and supports a positive and equitable assessment experience. The team is responsible for the coordination and quality assurance of exam delivery, ensuring alignment with awarding body regulations and internal procedures. The team provides clear guidance and support to invigilators, ensuring that all assessments are conducted in a controlled, fair and compliant environment.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for individuals who are reliable, punctual and able to commit to scheduled exam sessions, as required. The successful individuals will be calm, professional and able to maintain a controlled and supportive environment for students. You will have strong attention to detail, the ability to follow procedures accurately and communicate clearly and confidently. A high level of discretion is essential, alongside the ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team.

You will be responsible for supervising students during examinations, ensuring all awarding body regulations and procedures are followed. This includes distributing and collecting materials securely and maintaining appropriate exam conditions throughout. You will provide clear instructions to students, record attendance and report any incidents or irregularities in line with procedures. The role involves working closely with the Student Records Team to support the delivery of a fair, secure and compliant assessment process.

To succeed in the role, you will have some or all of the following:

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong organisation skills
• Strong teamworking skills
• Strong relationship building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in digital skills relevant to the role, including experience using MS Office and any job-specific software/systems
• Adaptability to evolving digital opportunities and willingness to continuously improve digital competencies.
• This post is required to be based primarily on Campus, with the possibility of some invigilation required remotely

Who we are

Explore our website for more information about the College and who we are.  About Us Dumfries & Galloway College

How to apply

If you are interested, please complete the online application form via the Dumfries and Galloway College website by the closing date indicated below.

For further information, please contact Sonya Rutter, Performance and Enhancement Manager at rutters@dumgal.ac.uk or 01387 734094

Closing Date:      31 July 2026

What happens next

Interviews for successful applicants will be held in August

What else you need to know:

If you’re invited for interview, you will be required to evidence your Right to Work in the UK - Right to Work Guidance .

If you’re successful in securing the role, your employment will be conditional on the college receiving two satisfactory references and background checks including the disclosure Scotland check on all criminal offences (spent & unspent) so ensure you are not barred from working with Children or Vulnerable Adults.

All staff are required to become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) membership scheme, which is managed and delivered by Disclosure Scotland.

We believe that our staff are our greatest asset—and through our supportive culture, investment in training, and innovative approach to education, we’re building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Please copy the below links and paste into your preferred browser to view the below documents:

https://www.dumgal.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/disclosure_of_criminal_offences.pdf

https://www.dumgal.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/right_to_work.pdf

https://www.dumgal.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/notes_to_read.pdf

JD - Invigilators.pdf

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