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Current Vacancies

• Nursery Nurse – Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

  42.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, all year round.

  At The Elms Nursery, we believe in creating a joyful, nurturing environment where children feel safe, inspired, and ready to explore the world around them. We are proud of our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring both children and staff flourish.

  We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Nursery Nurse who is passionate about early years education and dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care. If you’re qualified to NVQ Level 3 and ready to bring warmth, creativity, and professionalism to our team, we’d love to hear from you.

  What We Offer:

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment where your contributions are valued.
  • Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training.
  • A generous fee discount across The Elms Schools and Trent College (terms and conditions apply).
  • A chance to be part of a setting that celebrates diversity, encourages independence, and puts children’s wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

  All staff need to be aware of and act in accordance with current legislation, policy and procedures and contribute to a programme of activities suitable to the age range of children in their area in conjunction with other staff.

  Further information can be found in the recruitment brochure below.

  RECRUITMENT BROCHURE

  Applicants should complete the application form and email it to recruitment@trentcollege.net along with a covering letter addressed to Hannah Longmuir, Nursery Leader.

  Application Form

  Closing date: Friday 2 January 2026, 12.00pm.

  We may close this job early should a suitable applicant be found.

  Trent College and The Elms are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note, should your application be successful a full range of vetting checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS check.

• Lead Invigilator

  Fixed term contract from January 2026 until July 2026

  About the role:

  The fundamental role of the Lead Invigilator is to ensure that the planning and running of internal and external examinations is conducted efficiently and in the best interests of candidates and in accordance with all regulations as laid down by awarding bodies.

  The role involves close liaison with the Examinations Officer and the Assistant Examinations Officer.

  The main tasks associated with this role are:

  • Be thoroughly familiar with and ensure compliance with JCQ and other regulatory bodies’ documentation including the preparation of mandatory policies.
  • Undertake necessary planning, information gathering and sharing of information including the signposting of regulatory and awarding bodies’ documentation to other staff.
  • Ensure that external and internal examination papers are kept secure in line with regulatory requirements and that completed papers are returned to the Examinations Officer or the Assistant Examinations Officer.
  • Work with the Head of HR in recruitment of an invigilation team to ensure the necessary training is planned and delivered.
  • Management of the Invigilation Team; drawing up a rota of invigilators for all exam sessions.
  • Ensure that all exam access arrangements are in place for candidates at the time of the examination.
  • Attending, when appropriate, inset days organised by the examination boards and other relevant agencies.
  • Plan and co-ordinate internal school exams in conjunction with the Deputy Head (Academic), HoDs and HoYs.

   

  Person Specification

  We are seeking a Lead Invigilator with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lead a team effectively.

  Essential

  • Previous experience as an invigilator in internal or external examinations.
  • Supervising or coordinating a team.
  • Roles requiring strict procedures and confidentiality.
  • Understanding of JCQ regulations and examination protocols.
  • Knowledge of safeguarding and student welfare during exams.
  • Basic IT skills for reporting and communication.
  • Calm, authoritative presence in high-pressure situations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Reliability, integrity, and discretion.

   

  Desirable

  • Experience as a Senior Invigilator or in an educational leadership role.
  • Managing rotas or schedules.
  • Handling incidents or emergencies during examinations.
  • Familiarity with school MIS systems (e.g., iSAMS).
  • Awareness of accessibility requirements in exams.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to unexpected changes.
  • Confidence in decision-making and problem-solving under pressure.

   

  Working Hours

  • The post hold will be required to work Monday to Friday flexibly with variable hours subject to exam timetables.
  • During the internal and external examination periods the post holder will be required to work such hours as is necessary to fulfil the role.
  • The post holder will be required to work on days that are required to ensure that University Admissions Tests can be administered efficiently and effectively.
  • It is estimated that the total number of hours required annually to fulfil this role is 400.

   

  Line Management

  The Lead Invigilator is line managed by the Examinations officer.

  When the Examinations Officer is not available this line management moves to the Deputy Head (Academic).

  The Lead Invigilator line manages the team.

  To apply:

  If you are enthusiastic, organised, and enjoy delivering excellent service in a vibrant school setting, we would love to hear from you.

  We offer a benefits package which includes a generous school fee discount, parking and complimentary use of the excellent leisure and dining facilities.

  Further information can be found in the recruitment brochure below.

  Recruitment Brochure

  To apply for this vacancy please download an application form (www.trentschools.net) and email it to recruitment@trentcollege.net along with a covering letter.

  Application Form

  Closing date : 5 January 2026, 9.00am

  We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a volume of strong and suitable applications.

  Under current legislation, we are required to advise applicants that this appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure with the Disclosure & Barring Service. Details of any criminal record (spent or unspent, due to exemption from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974) must be disclosed at interview. Only relevant convictions and other information will be taken into account, so disclosure need not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position at Trent College.