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Ensure that examinations are conducted in accordance with University Regulations to:

• Ensure that all students have an equal opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.
• Ensure the security of the examination papers and completed answer booklets.
• Prevent possible student malpractice (cheating) and/or administrative failures.

We are looking for candidates with the following characteristics:

• Confident with English language – will need to be able to interact with students and read out exam instructions at the start and end of the exam.
• Reliable with good time-keeping skills.
• Flexible and pro-active, with the ability to make decisions quickly and have confidence to deal with student queries.
• Vigilant to prevent possible academic misconduct and challenge any unusual behaviour.
• Competent computer user with basic understanding of MS Word.
• Good attention to detail for checking student identification, confirming attendance, and checking exam paperwork.
• Fit to stand for long periods of time (duties at our main venue require up to 3hrs of continuous standing).

Shifts are allocated using a system called “Dashboard” – you will be given access to Dashboard following appointment to the role and completion of your Right to Work checks.

Typical shift start times are detailed below. Shift end times can vary depending on the length of exam you are invigilating, but will typically be between 2.5 - 4 hours.

Invigilators are employed as casual workers and as such, there are no minimum number of hours guaranteed.

Invigilators are paid an hourly rate of £13.45 (including holiday pay).

You can find more information on current salary scales at the University on the Human Resources page linked below.

These roles are open to existing staff at the University, postgraduate research students and all external candidates with an adequate Right to Work status.

Undergraduate students and students on taught programmes unfortunately cannot work as Exam Invigilators.  

We are currently not recruiting.

However, please check back at a later date as we typically recruit ahead of Semester 1 and Semester 2 Exams which are held in May/June and January respectively.

Postgraduate Research Student

If you are a Postgraduate Research Student interested in invigilating for in-department exams, please contact your department directly. 

ÌìÌÃÊÓƵ Staff Member

If you are a ÌìÌÃÊÓƵ Staff Member and need support to identify / train candidates to invigilate your in-department exams, please email invigilators@lboro.ac.uk for guidance.