Invigilator

Are you an invigilator passionate about people, talent, and workplace culture? Join our dynamic Student Assessments team at the University of Oxford and help attract, support, and develop top talent in our world-leading institution.

Location: Exam Schools, High Street, Oxford 
Contract: Variable Hours

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.  

In any given academic year, the Student Assessments team delivers over 50,000 examinations, processes c.4,500 examiner appointments for taught degrees, receives c52,000 taught submissions, and processes c.1,500 research examinations.  

What We Offer 

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as: 

• 38 days’ annual leave (incl. public holidays), with options to buy more and extra long-service leave.
• Exceptional family leave: up to 26 weeks’ full-pay maternity/adoption and 12 weeks’ full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Excellent contributory pension.
• Affordable commuting options (cycle loans, discounted buses, season tickets).

About the Role 

We are looking for reliable, conscientious individuals to add to our register of Invigilators. The appointment is offered on an ‘as required’ basis throughout the year, with the majority of sessions occurring between March and the end of June (possibly including Saturdays and Bank Holidays). Invigilators are scheduled on a session by session basis, in multiples of half days or whole days, according to their availability. There are 20 posts available.

The work involves laying out documentation onto desks, some basic administration, and the invigilation of each examination session. Sessions are normally 4.5 hrs, but some exams may be longer. Invigilators play a crucial role in providing a calm and structured environment to give our students the best possible chance of success in their examinations.

About You 

• You will have strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrable ability to remain calm under pressure. At peak times over 2000 students sit exams with us every day, and they need clear and respectful guidance.
• You will also be an experienced team-worker able to follow set procedures, but with the flexibility and initiative to make sensible decisions as needed.
• Proven written and verbal English skills are essential as is a good general standard of secondary education or higher.
• Our invigilators need to have a high degree of personal integrity and to understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality when handling exam papers, scripts and lists of student information. 

Sponsorship and Right to Work

This role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. We are therefore unable to offer sponsorship for this role.   

Application Process 

To apply, please upload: 

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday, 12 January 2026 

Interviews will take place during the week commencing Monday, 26 January and will be held face-to-face

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