Sitting at my writing-table
It’s my chance to see you’re able
Answering the questions
Showing you understand

Give the pens out like a token
Not a word must now be spoken
Then I give the signal
Good luck with your exam

Teacher, helper, agitator
I’m just your invigilator
Wish that I could help you
But I’m shouting from the crowd

I’m just a facilitator
Being an invigilator
Wish that I could teach you stuff
But I’m just not allowed

So give me your rapt attention
There’s some things that I should mention
Note the centre number
Make sure your pen is black

Reflect and think about your actions
Show your workings for subtractions
Use a calculator
But first take off the back

Finished? I’ll collect your paper
I’m just your invigilator
Don’t give me your grief
Because I’m really not that strong

I’m merely an instigator
Being an invigilator
There’s ten minutes left to go
Really, that’s how long

See the students, give the greeting
Make a plan, lay out the seating
Check the learner numbers
Assess the extra time

That’s your time up, now your test ends
Suddenly, it’s like we’re best friends
Maybe I’ll read through your stuff
I’m sure it’s not a crime

Speaker, listener, signer, dater
I’m just your invigilator
Sitting here and watching
Is all part of the charm

Not quite an examinator
Being an invigilator
But I’m here to help you
Pass all of your exams

Pass all of your exams