Exam Invigilator (several roles available) - Istanbul (near Taksim Square)

Exam Invigilator (several roles available) - Istanbul

Location: A language school near Taksim Square, Istanbul.

Become a German language test Exam Invigilator (for the TELC exam and potentially other professional or language exams)! We are currently recruiting suitably qualified and experienced individuals to join our freelance team of local invigilators (venue staff) for examinations organised by our partner school in Istanbul on behalf of TELC. The roles will be engaged under an hourly-paid self-employed service agreement. The gross hourly pay is 500-600 TRY per hour depending on experience. You will be offered work shifts in advance that you can either accept or decline, making this role suitable for fitting around other life factors or part-time jobs. Working days are Mondays through Sundays, with typically an 8am morning start, with shifts lasting around 8 - 9 hours per day worked.

IMPORTANT

All applicants must be able to issue an invoice and manage their income taxes via the Turkish Tax Office (Gelir İdaresi Başkanlığı (GİB)).

Applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• the right to live and work in Turkey
• a clear criminal record, evidenced with a criminal background check (Adli Sicil Kaydı)
• willingness and ability to work any day of the week
• an ‘early riser’ as most exams start early in the mornings
• comfortable with IT as the exams are all completed on computer
• effective team working/organisational skills
• reliability and punctuality
• highly responsible and professional
• an ability to work well under pressure
• fluent in Turkish (mother tongue or A1-A2 level on the CEFR scale)
• good level of understanding and use of the German language as instructions are read out in German (at least B2 level on the CEFR scale) (desirable)

If you meet all requirements as outlined above, please read the Invigilator Role Profile below and if you want to apply, please apply via the platform that you are reading this advert on, submitting your CV. Submit your application without delay as we will close the advert when we receive sufficient high-quality responses - formal closure is 30 August 2026. Should your application meet our requirements, you will be invited to take part in a Teams interview. If you are successful in the interview, you will receive training before you start work. Regular training sessions will also be provided for those who start working with us. There are a least 6 roles available, to start in September 2026. Applications with previous experience of invigilation work will be prioritised. 

Invigilator Role Profile 

Role Title: 

Exams Invigilator (Istanbul)

Role Purpose: 

To ensure that all exams runs smoothly on the test days and that all assigned test day duties and standards are met.

Role duties: 

You will be responsible for maintaining the integrity and reputation of the various exams (including TELC) by ensuring that tests are delivered to prescribed standards for customer service, security and administration. 

You will also be accountable for providing a high standard of customer care on the test day. 

Exam delivery support 

▪ Report promptly to test venue at agreed time. In case of any delays or if unable to get to the test venue, inform the appropriate supervisors or managers in a timely manner.

▪ Follow all relevant standards & procedures, based on training and reference materials provided.

 ▪ Be familiar with the emergency procedures for the test day venue. 

▪ Invigilate examinations to the standard required. 

▪ Actively monitor candidates during tests to make sure that there is no violation of test conditions (looking out for and reporting any “malpractice” or “cheating”). 

▪ Support the supervisor to ensure that candidates have a positive and consistent test day experience

▪ Ensure all test taker data and exam materials and questions are kept confidential

▪ Complete all reports, logs and claims accurately as required by

▪ Follow all relevant guidelines and policies in the areas of: Data Protection, Safeguarding (Child Protection), Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities and Diversity, and Anti-Fraud and Anti-Bribery.

▪ Report any incidents, emergencies or breaches of security to the appropriate test day supervisor.

▪ Work with the test day supervisor to promote and ensure the wellbeing of candidates at all time. In case of emergencies, follow correct procedures. 

Customer support 

▪ Provide good customer service and be pleasant and polite with candidates throughout the test day.

▪ Enable good customer flow by giving candidates clear direction and answering their enquiries. 

▪ Ensure that candidates follow the agreed exam procedures regarding the location and security of their belongings. 

▪ Conduct candidate entry, exit, identity checks and Test Day Photography procedures according to exam requirements. 

▪ Ensure any special arrangements are provided as required.

Training and development 

▪ Attend all training sessions as requested. 

▪ Complete all online mandatory training modules as required.