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SOC 9233Elementary administration and service occupations

Exam invigilators Salary

QUOTE · EXAM INVIGILATORSUK · 2025
£1,902
▼ 95% vs UK median (£39,039)
2023–2025 median▲ 11%

Median salary £1,902 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £10,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For exam invigilators, £1,902 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -95% versus the national average.

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About this role

Launderers, dry cleaners and pressers clean, press and finish garments, textiles and linen using washing machines, dry cleaning equipment, presses and finishing equipment. They handle a range of fabrics and ensure items are returned in excellent condition.

Key responsibilities

  • Sorting and processing garments and textiles for cleaning
  • Operating washing machines, dry cleaning and pressing equipment
  • Spotting and treating stains
  • Finishing and pressing garments to high standards
  • Managing customer orders and maintaining records

Qualifications and entry routes

No formal qualifications required. On-the-job training provided. Guild of Cleaners and Launderers provides industry qualifications and standards.

Career outlook

Traditional dry cleaning faces competition from home washing machines and eco-alternatives. Commercial and industrial laundry services maintain steady demand.

Key skills

Fabric knowledgeMachine operationStain treatmentPressing and finishingCustomer service

Common industries

  • Dry cleaning shops
  • Commercial laundries
  • Hotel laundries
  • NHS linen services
  • Garment care specialists

Data coverage

SOC code9233
Data sourceONS ASHE
Years available2021–2025
Estimated jobs19,000
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Mean Salary
£2,671
Top 10% Earn
N/A
Jobs (000s)
19k
Data Years
5 years

Salary Range (2025)

P10: --P25: £1kMedian: £2kP75: --P90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£1,121

0-2 years

Mid Level

£1,121

3-7 years

Salary Trend (2021-2025)

Nominal growth: +10.5%Real growth: +3.0%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

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Exam invigilators salary: common questions

How much do exam invigilators earn in the UK?
Exam invigilators earn a median of £1,902 a year (ONS ASHE 2025).
Is £1,902 a good salary in the UK?
For exam invigilators, £1,902 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -95% versus the national average.
What is the starting salary for exam invigilators?
Entry-level exam invigilators typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £1,121, though this varies by employer and region.
Have exam invigilators salaries kept up with inflation?
Since 2023, median exam invigilators pay has risen from £1,721 to £1,902 — +11% in cash terms, or +3.0% after CPIH inflation. That is ahead of inflation over the period.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).

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