Invigilator - Oatridge


Company:	SRUC
Salary:	£13.52 to £13.52 an hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	EH52 6NH
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Sept 2026
Closing date:	29 Oct 2026

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Summary

About the Team:

The Timetabling and Exams Administration Team coordinates timetables and manages exams to support the smooth delivery of teaching and assessment. We work closely with academic colleagues to ensure arrangements are clear, well-coordinated, and support the needs of students and staff.

The Opportunity:

An opportunity has arisen for an invigilator to join SRUC on a permanent casual contract and create a professional, welcoming, and inclusive examination environment, ensuring all students are treated fairly and are supported to perform at their best while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and confidentiality.

The Invigilator will play a key role in ensuring the smooth, secure, and fair delivery of internal and external examinations. Working in accordance with awarding body regulations and organisational policies, the postholder will supervise candidates, maintain examination standards, and support the integrity of the assessment process.

The Invigilator is responsible for supporting the effective and secure delivery of examinations and assessments by supervising students, ensuring compliance with examination regulations, and maintaining appropriate examination conditions throughout. The role involves preparing examination venues, verifying candidate attendance and identity, providing instructions and guidance to candidates, and responding appropriately to routine queries and examination-related incidents. The postholder will support students with approved access arrangements, record and report any irregularities or suspected malpractice, and ensure the secure collection and return of examination materials. Working closely with the examinations team and academic staff, the Invigilator will contribute to the smooth administration of examinations while maintaining accurate records and attending all required training and briefings.

Minimum Qualifications:

The minimum qualification requirements for this role are a good standard of general education, including English and Mathematics, typically at SCQF Level 4 or equivalent. In addition, the successful candidate must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or be willing to obtain PVG membership prior to commencing employment. Where required, the cost of PVG membership or registration will be covered by SRUC.

For full person specification, please download the job particular document.

Eligibility for Sponsorship:

Please note that this position does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.

How to Apply:

Please read the Job Particulars document before applying for this role, and complete an online application form by pressing “apply” or visiting

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