Job Description

Salary: £15.17 per hour

Contract Type: Casual Contract until September 30th, 2026, with the possibility of it converting to permanent

Security Level: BPSS

Location: Cheltenham

Visa Restrictions: This position does not offer visa sponsorship

We are the UK's aviation and aerospace regulator and recognised as a world leader in its field. Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment.

The Role

The purpose of the role of invigilator for the Shared Service Centre is to provide a range of administrative and support services to exam centres by invigilating exams on a set timetable.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive administrative and/or support service for customers
• Produce documentation such as attendance sheets, workbooks or other paperwork relevant to the exam
• Undertake any necessary checks and verifications in administrative activities that are required under regulation
• Maintain accurate records where appropriate for regulatory compliance
• Handle enquires from internal and/or external customers – in some cases this may be frontline applicants and maybe required to provide advice and guidance within agreed parameters
• Liaise with colleagues elsewhere in the CAA as and when required
• Provide coaching and training to colleagues as required
• Liaise with external authorities and entities where required
• Travel to other venues in the UK when required to cover holidays and sickness
• Travel to Gatwick 1 day a year to attend refresher training

About You

Typically, role holders will have comprehensive customer service and administration skills and ideally previous invigilation experience.

Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and using bespoke databases and systems are essential

You should have a methodical approach with a very good attention to detail and be used to managing your own caseload of work.

You must be flexible with a positive “can-do” attitude and able to work to set processes

Able to work on your own initiative and effectively manage own workload and prioritise efficiently.

An excellent communicator who is used to working as part of a team as a remote worker and must be able to work to set deadlines and under pressure.

What Can We Offer You?

We offer a great deal of flexibility and for the right candidate the option to work in various venues across the UK. You will have the opportunity to work alongside creative and collaborative team members who are keen to make a difference to the CAA.

Additional Information

For many appointments within the CAA, these roles require access to operationally sensitive infrastructure and/or Nationally Protected information. For these roles the post holders must undergo National Security Vetting and achieve the appropriate level of clearance.

BPSS - To be vetted you must have the right to work in the UK so that meaningful checks can be undertaken.

If you do not meet these requirements, we may not be able to accept your application.

For more information on BPSS clearance please visit - BPSS clearance

The CAA values high ethical standards and personal integrity among employees. If invited for interview you will be asked to complete a declaration of interest.

Relocation & Property

The CAA will be relocating from Aviation House (Our Gatwick Office) to new premises in a few years’ time. Our move is driven by strategic, operational and environmental considerations.

We will be moving to a new local home, up to a 15-mile radius of Aviation House, to minimise disruption for our valued colleagues and customers.

We are now working with colleagues and visitors to understand what we need in our new office, before we start our property search. We will sell Aviation House and land, vacate the site and move to new premises, but we do not expect to move before 2028

Inclusive Recruitment

We are passionate about diversity and ensuring all are included at the CAA. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

As a member of the Disability Confident scheme, applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a role with us will be guaranteed an interview. We use fair and inclusive selection approaches to hire the best person for the job based on merit alone. If you require an adjustment for any reason, please let us know.

Use of Artificial Intelligence by candidates in the CAA recruitment process

We recognise that many of our candidates find Artificial Intelligence to be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be rejected on that basis.

Working With Us

We are on a journey towards being increasingly adaptable, where our colleagues collaborate as part of cross-functional teams. This approach ensures we never stop learning together. It also means that you may become involved in activities that take you out of your day-to-day role, providing you with opportunities to develop and grow your career with us.

We have embraced hybrid working and offer flexible working patterns, being open to having a conversation about what works for you. We know where and when we work is important in achieving a work-life balance.

We offer a range of excellent benefits such as flexible working arrangements, free onsite gym at Gatwick, discounted gym membership for London, 28 days annual leave, additional 5 days leave purchase scheme, a generous pension scheme and much more!

Our Values

Do The Right Thing, Never Stop Learning, Build Collaborative Relationships, Respect Everyone – For more information please Click Here

Closing Date: Monday 23rd March 2026

Interview Date: W/C Monday 23rd 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

No recruitment agencies please.