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Exam Invigilators

Join our diverse, passionate team dedicated to shaping future-ready learners. Experience a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Position Title

Exams Invigilators

Reports to
Head of Center and Exams Officer
Division
Secondary
Department
Grades 10-12
Position Type
Hourly contract
Campus Location
Kiba Campus / Monnaka Campus

Online Application

Please attach your COVER LETTER and RESUME

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Teach in a Cambridge-certified International School!

UIA International School of Tokyo (UIA) is one of the few Cambridge-certified international schools IN TOKYO with students from Early Years to Grade 12. Cambridge curriculum and assessments are designed to encourage students to develop and become confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged learners.

UIA is a rapidly growing school with over 520 students and is welcoming dedicated and highly motivated Primary and Secondary School Teachers, who will engage and inspire UIA students.

At UIA, we aspire to create culturally sensitive, environmentally responsible, global citizens who are prepared to represent and are capable of becoming the leaders of tomorrow’s generation.

Position Objective

Exams Invigilators ensure fair, secure, and accurate administrations of Cambridge examinations by invigilating examination sessions in accordance with Cambridge Assessment International Education regulations and the school’s examination policies.

Position Profile

The Exams Invigilators support the smooth running of examination sessions by supervising candidates, maintaining examination security, and ensuring that all procedures are followed correctly before, during, and after examinations.
  • The Exams Invigilators:
  • Must be punctual, detail‐focused, and able to maintain a calm exam environment
  • Must be able to pay attention to details
  • Must be reliable and show professionalism at all times
  • Must be able to work calmly under time-sensitive conditions

Qualifications and Experience

  • Applicants must not be related to candidates.
  • Experience working in an educational or administrative environment is an advantage
  • Ability to follow written procedures and instructions accurately ● Strong sense of integrity, confidentiality, and fairness
  • Good communication skills in English
  • Availability during examination periods and punctuality required ● Training will be provided; prior invigilation experience is desirable but not essential

Preferred

  • Invigilation or school experience is desirable but not essential. Training will be provided. Experience in Cambridge International or international education
  • Experience working across multiple campuses

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare examination rooms according to Cambridge regulations
  • Verify candidate identity and ensure correct seating arrangements
  • Supervise candidates during examinations to maintain exam integrity
  • Follow procedures for starting, conducting, and ending examinations
  • Respond appropriately to candidate queries and report irregularities
  • Maintain confidentiality and security of examination materials at all times
  • Complete required documentation accurately and submit reports as required

Personal Attributes

  • Demonstrates and models the Cambridge Learner Attributes: confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged ● Collaborative, reflective, and growth-oriented educator committed to ongoing professional learning
  • High intercultural awareness, empathy, and cultural sensitivity. ● Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. ● Strong classroom management
  • Deep commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.
  • A sense of humour and ability to be flexible

Child Welfare

UIA International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The expectation is that all staff, volunteers, and contractors share this commitment. All staff undergo onsite training. Safe recruitment practice and reference checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Recruitment process

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Copies of degrees and teaching certifications
  • Referee request:
  • 3 referees (email and phone)
  • Including your current head of school (or equivalent)
  • Minimum two direct conversation contacts
If you are interested in joining our UIA community, please send us your cover letter and resume via email at recruitment@uia.jp.

Due to the volume of applications received, we will contact only selected applicants for an interview.
We look forward to receiving your application!