Examinations Officer

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and conscientious Examinations Officer. The successful applicant will be required to work closely with the Pastoral Support Manager and the Deputy Head and to take full responsibility for managing, organising and implementing all activities relating to examinations and assessments across the school.

The post is available from September on a permanent basis for 30 hours per week, for 39 weeks term-time plus two weeks (41 weeks). The core hours of work are from 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday. However, the successful applicant will be expected to adjust their hours accordingly when examinations or assessments take place throughout the year with the busiest periods requiring commitment each day ‘until the job is done’. Any additional hours can be taken back as time off in lieu during quieter periods during the academic year. The additional two weeks are normally worked during the summer results window for consultation and assistance with enquiries, which takes place from mid-August. Outside of exams and assessments, the Examinations Officer will have autonomy and flexibility over their working pattern.

The successful candidate will spend a significant amount of the working day interacting with current and former students, so the ability to feel confident in the presence of and communicating with young adults is essential. You will assist with the collection, processing and submission of entries for the external awarding bodies, so highly developed administrative and organisational skills are essential, together with a willingness to be flexible and adaptable. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to stay positive and meet deadlines even when working under pressure, are essential.