Exam Invigilator - Canons High School

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Overview:
School: Canons High School
Address: Shaldon Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA8 6AN
Website: https://www.canons.harrow.sch.uk

Exam Invigilator

Salary Range: £14.71 per hour (as and when required)
Interviews: 05th February 2026

Initial training: Monday 09th February 2026

Exam period: 23rd February – 06th March 2026 (Spring Internal Exams), April/May/June 2026 Summer External Exams


Canons High School is a vibrant and dynamic multicultural school community in Edgware, NW London. Our school is renowned for being one in which people matter. Relationships are strong, opportunities for progression are many and the personal and professional development of adults and children is at the heart of what we do. There is a strong ethos of teamwork and support throughout the school and a commitment to continuing professional development.
About you:

We wish to appoint an energetic, resourceful and flexible individual to work under the guidance of the Exams Officer and senior staff. As an exam invigilator, you will be responsible for ensuring that the exams are conducted in a fair and secure manner, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the exam boards and the school. You will assist with the preparation of the exam venues, the distribution and collection of exam materials, the supervision of the candidates, and the reporting of any incidents or irregularities. These are part-time casual roles, and some flexibility may be required in the working patterns during the exams.

An ideal candidate will:

  • be reliable, flexible and readily available during main exam periods
  • have effective communication skills and good interpersonal skills
  • work well as part of a team
  • be confident and a reassuring presence to candidates in exam rooms
  • be able to give instructions and manage situations involving different groups of people
How to apply:

Canons High School is committed to the safeguarding of all children, and all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS Check.

Application forms are available at:
https://www.canons.harrow.sch.uk/Community-Partnerships/Work-for-us/

Completed application forms should be returned to: Recruitment@canons.harrow.sch.uk

Applications close at date: 03rd February at 12 noon

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