Examinations/Assessment Officer (Lv1) | Madani Schools Federation  

Madani Schools Federation is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly organised, and efficient Examinations/ Assessment Officer to join our dedicated team. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the administration of all examinations, ensuring that every stage of the examination process is planned and delivered efficiently, securely, and in accordance with the regulations of the relevant awarding bodies. This includes overseeing examination entries, coordinating examination timetables, organising invigilation arrangements, maintaining accurate records, and managing the secure receipt and distribution of examination materials and results.

This role requires exceptional organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and a meticulous approach to detail. The successful candidate will be confident using IT systems and databases and will demonstrate high levels of accuracy in all aspects of their work. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as the role involves working closely with examination boards, students, parents, teaching staff, senior leaders, and invigilators to ensure the smooth running of all examinations.

The successful candidate will have a sound understanding of examination procedures and regulations, ideally including experience of working within JCQ and awarding body requirements. Experience of examination management systems would be advantageous.

The role will also support the administration of the Federation's assessment systems, including the collection, validation, analysis and reporting of student attainment and progress data to support school improvement and maximise student achievement. Our most recent inspections for both, Madani Girls and Madani Boys School were graded as ‘Good’, with many exemplary and outstanding elements. 

Our latest summer key performance information demonstrates that both of our schools are amongst the very best schools in the city of Leicester, Leicestershire, and the region in terms of progress and attainment and in the top percentiles in the DfE's published table of schools in the country overall.

The vision for our Federation is clear - Sustained world-class education & care that enables ALL learners to reach their personal excellence, equipped with the skills, identity, HEART values, character and leadership to contribute to the local community, British society & the world wholeheartedly.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity and smooth operation of all internal and external examinations and assessments across the Federation. They will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, discretion when handling confidential information, and a commitment to ensuring that all examination processes are conducted in full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations. Through their work, they will help ensure that every student is given the best opportunity to demonstrate their achievements and realise their potential.

Key responsibilities

• Administration of GCSE, Functional skills and other qualification entries.

• Liaison with awarding bodies (AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, etc.).

• Management of access arrangements and reasonable adjustments in conjunction with the SENCO.

• Processing special consideration applications.

• Ensuring compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations.

• Recruitment, training and deployment of invigilators.

• Preparation and secure storage of examination materials.

• Collection, analysis and reporting of assessment and examination data.

• Administration of mock examinations and internal assessment cycles.

• Management of post-results services, including reviews of marking and appeals.

School: Madani Schools Federation

Closing date for applying: Friday 31st July 2026 by 9am 

Salary range: Grade 6, Point 15 – 18, £31,639.14 to £33,980.92

Contract type: Full time, Permanent, Monday to Friday, 8.00 – 4.00, 37.5 hpw, 44 wpy

Shortlisting: Ongoing 

Interviews: TBC

Start Date: ASAP

‘We will interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised'

Applications received from Agencies will not be accepted.