Exam Invigilator
15AI CAN DO15%moving to60%
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STARTING PAY£18,000 - £22,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM EDUCATION AND TEACHING →
Exam Invigilator
Becoming an exam invigilator is an excellent opportunity for those looking to earn while supporting students during their critical assessment periods. This role is vital in ensuring the integrity of the examination process, and it offers flexible working hours that can fit around your studies or other commitments. With a growing demand for reliable invigilators, this career path is both rewarding and essential in the UK education system.
This job holds up well against AI
AI cannot yet do much of what this job actually involves, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior InvigilatorAs a Junior Invigilator, you will assist in the examination process, gaining valuable experience in educational settings.£18,000 - £22,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level InvigilatorIn this role, you will take on more responsibilities, including training new invigilators and managing exam sessions.£23,000 - £28,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior InvigilatorAs a Senior Invigilator, you will oversee multiple exam sessions, ensuring compliance and managing a team of invigilators.£30,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely. Some employers will take you on here with no formal qualifications at all, if you can show you can do the work.