Job Description

• ur shifts, with no more than two exams per day

Be Challenged and Imagine with us

The University of Newcastle is seeking reliable and confident individuals to join our casual pool of Online Examination Invigilators.

This is a flexible opportunity to work from home and play an important role in supporting students through their online examinations. You’ll monitor online exam sessions, provide guidance to students and help ensure examinations are conducted fairly, securely and in line with University policies and procedures.

No previous invigilation experience is required – full training will be provided.

The opportunity

As an Online Examination Invigilator, you will:

• Monitor online examinations for groups of approximately 18 students using Zoom and University systems
• Support students throughout their examination and respond to procedural questions
• Follow established examination procedures and protocols
• Identify and escalate any technical issues or examination irregularities
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail throughout each examination
• Work collaboratively with the examinations team and other invigilators.

What makes this opportunity different?

• Work from the comfort of your own home
• Choose the examination sessions that suit your availability
• No more than two examinations per day
• Casual work concentrated around key examination periods
• Approximately two weeks of work during each examination period
• Comprehensive training provided before you commence
• Ongoing team support available during examination sessions.

About you

We’re looking for people who are:

• Confident and comfortable using technology, including Zoom and online systems
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently
• Detail-oriented and observant
• Comfortable following established policies, procedures and instructions
• Professional and calm when supporting students in a time-sensitive environment
• Clear and confident communicators
• Committed to providing a positive and equitable experience for students.
• Previous experience in examinations, education, administration, customer service or online environments would be well regarded, but is not essential.

A standard online examination runs for just over two hours, with shifts generally scheduled for approximately three hours. The next examination period will be held over two weeks in November 2026.

If you’re confident with technology, have a keen eye for detail and enjoy helping people, we’d love to hear from you

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2030 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

For more information click here – Our University.

Your next steps

Please forward your resume and covering letter outlining your motivation for applying skills and experience relevant to this role outlines in “what we are looking for” to Michelle Hamilton, Examinations Coordinator Michelle.Hamilton@newcastle.edu.au

For specific position enquiries, please contact Michelle on (02) 49216484

Closing date: Sunday 4 October 2026 Thursday 1st October 2026 @ 11:59pm AEST

Our assessment process

Typically, candidates that progress beyond the shortlist stage can expect to undertake the following (minimum) assessment activities as part of the recruitment process:

• Interview (an ‘in person/ zoom’ interview will be conducted as part of the process)
• Referee checks

Our University is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for every member of our community. This commitment is central to our values and our efforts to build a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive.

As part of this, and in alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2025, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.

The completion and return of the University’s Gender-based Violence Declaration Form will form part of the pre-employment checks for this position and any offer of employment will be conditional upon review by the University.

Our adherence to the Code is about more than compliance—it’s about living our values. Together, we can ensure our University remains a place where respect, safety, and inclusion are non-negotiable.

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment process. If you require an alternative way to access the Position Description or submit your application, please contact employment@newcastle.edu.au.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the assessment and interview process to support all applicants to participate fully.

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and strongly encourage women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

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