Job Description

Guildford High School

Surrey

Salary:

13.52 per hour

Job type:

Part Time, Casual

Start date:

01 January 2026

Apply by:

13 October 2025

Job overview

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Our school is a remarkable place and has been educating girls since 1888. Around one thousand girls, age 4 to 18, from Guildford and its surrounding towns and villages, enjoy exceptional facilities and inspired teaching. Guildford High School comprises a Junior School and Senior School, both on the same site. Whilst providing all-through education, each School has its own distinct personality and girls join us at many different entry points. Our staff are integral to delivering high quality education to the girls in our care, inspiring them to think and learn creatively. We seek to recruit and retain dynamic teaching and non-teaching staff that share in our vision and commitment.

Guildford High School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Job description

Casual, part time & by agreement during exam periods

Start date: January 2026

Guildford High School is looking for Examination Invigilators to supervise pupils during examinations throughout the school year. You will need to work professionally as a member of a team which ensures that regulations are followed in a supportive environment for our students taking internal and external examinations. Invigilators work part-time and periodically and are essential to the smooth and calm running of examinations.





Applicants will have a calm manner with a flexible attitude to work. You will be punctual, reliable and a good communicator.


Training will be provided, and the main duties may include:





Assisting the Director of Examinations with the administration and supervision of examinations in accordance with the examination board regulations and guidance. Preparation of seating plans and ensure that candidates adhere to them. Supervision and observation of candidates throughout examinations, dealing with queries raised and any irregularities in accordance with procedures. Ensuring that equipment taken into the examination room by candidates is compliant with examination board and school requirements. The secure collection of all exam scripts.


Further information is contained in the application pack, and you will need to apply for this role through our website: https://www.guildfordhigh.co.uk/vacancies where you will be directed to complete an online application form.





The Human Resources department may be contacted on 01483 543 862 or via e-mail: human.resources@guildfordhigh.co.uk


The closing date for applications is

8:30am on 13th October 2025

and interviews will take place on

Friday 17th October 2025

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GHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work at the School to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post including an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and checks with previous employers.

About

Guildford High School

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Guildford High School

London Road, Guildford
Surrey
GU1 1SJ
United Kingdom

+44 1483 561440

Guildford High School, named The Sunday Times Independent School of the Year 2024, The Sunday Times Southeast Secondary School of the Decade, and The Sunday Times Prep School of the Decade, offers an exciting and energetic environment in which girls develop academically and personally.



From outstanding academic results to stunning achievements in Sports (named No.1 Girls' School for Sport in the country by School Sport Magazine), Music, and Drama, GHS girls tackle new challenges enthusiastically. They leave as creative and confident individuals, well-equipped to achieve their dreams.

Awards

No.1 Girls School for Sport by School Sport Magazine The Sunday Times Independent School of the Year 2024 The Sunday Times Southeast Secondary School of the Decade The Sunday Times Prep School of the Decade The Sunday Times Southeast Independent School of the Year for Academic Performance 2024 'Best for Academic Results' in the Week Magazine, Spring 2023 'Best School for Pastoral Care' in the Week Magazine, Autumn 2018 Ranked 2nd Best Private School in the UK by The Sunday Times Parent Power 4th in The Telegraph league tables for A Level Results 2023 Modeshift Stars- STARS Local Authority Secondary School of the Year 2022/23 Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow

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