The Protocol Group

Assessing & Invigilation Jobs

Are you an experienced Assessor or Invigilator looking for flexible, rewarding work in the education sector?

At The Protocol Group, we connect skilled professionals with a wide range of Assessing and Invigilation jobs across colleges, training providers, universities, awarding bodies, and prison education services throughout the UK.

With over 30 years of experience in education recruitment, we understand the crucial role you play in ensuring fair, consistent, and high-quality learning and assessment outcomes.

Whether you're looking for regular contract work or occasional exam support roles, we’ll help you find opportunities that fit your skills, qualifications, and availability.

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Make a Real Impact on Learner Outcomes

As an Assessor or Invigilator, your expertise ensures that qualifications are delivered and awarded accurately, fairly, and in full compliance with regulatory standards.

We recruit for assessment roles across a variety of qualification types, including Functional Skills, apprenticeships, vocational diplomas, and academic examinations.

Whether you’re seeking ongoing delivery work or flexible short-term contracts during exam seasons, we can connect you with trusted education providers across the UK.

We regularly recruit for:

 

  • Apprenticeship Assessors (On-Programme & EPA)

  • Internal Quality Assurers (IQAs)

  • Functional Skills Assessors
  • ESOL & Adult Skills Assessors

  • Lead & Assistant Invigilators

  • Exam Officers & Assessment Coordinators
  •  Online Assessment & Remote Invigilation Roles

We offer access to both temporary and permanent positions, giving you the flexibility to choose opportunities that align with your professional goals and lifestyle.

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Why Choose The Protocol Group?

When you work with The Protocol Group, you gain a recruitment partner who understands the specific requirements and compliance standards of assessment and examination delivery.


We provide:

 

  • Access to exclusive assessment and invigilation roles nationwide

  • Support from sector-specialist recruitment consultants

  • Opportunities for flexible and project-based work

  • A fully compliant, streamlined onboarding process

  • Long-standing partnerships with colleges, training providers, and awarding bodies


Our goal is to connect assessment professionals with opportunities that uphold the integrity of education and support learners’ success.

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Where You Could Work?

We place Assessors and Invigilators in roles across a wide range of educational settings, including:


 

  • Further Education colleges

  • Independent training providers

  • Universities and Higher Education institutions
  • Prison and secure education environments

Whether you prefer to work in-person, remotely, or through blended delivery, we have opportunities to suit every preference and expertise.

Frequently Asked Questions About Assessing & Invigilation Jobs

If you're exploring roles in assessment or exam invigilation, you may have questions about the types of jobs available, the skills required, and how The Protocol Group can help you access flexible, rewarding opportunities.

These FAQs provide clear, concise answers to the most common queries from Assessors, IQAs, Invigilators, and exam support professionals across the UK.
We recruit for a wide range of roles, including Apprenticeship Assessors, IQAs, Functional Skills Assessors, ESOL and Adult Skills Assessors, Lead Invigilators, Assistant Invigilators, Exam Officers, Assessment Coordinators, and online or remote invigilation staff.
Experience is important for assessment-based roles, especially for assessing apprenticeships or vocational qualifications. Invigilation roles may require less technical expertise, but all positions require strong attention to detail, reliability, and an understanding of examination regulations.
We offer all contract types - temporary, permanent, sessional, and project-based roles. Whether you want steady ongoing work or occasional exam-season support, we match you with opportunities that suit your schedule and goals.
We partner with Further Education colleges, Independent Training Providers, universities, awarding bodies, and prison education services. This means you can work in a setting that matches your preferences - in person, remote, or blended.
You’ll receive support from sector‑specialist consultants who understand assessment standards, awarding body requirements, and compliance expectations. We guide you through onboarding, vetting, and placement to ensure a smooth, compliant start.
Demand for assessment and exam staff is consistently high. Depending on your qualifications, availability, and experience, many candidates secure roles quickly - especially during peak exam periods or apprenticeship delivery cycles.

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