Assessment & Exams Coordinator

LAAT; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

London Academy for Applied Technology (LAAT) is seeking an Assessment Support Officer to coordinate assessment planning and examinations across campuses. You will support the Assessment Lead and academic staff, ensuring compliant, secure processes and timely responses to student queries.

You will also provide welfare support, coordinate records, and assist with programme operations to enhance the student experience and maintain high-quality governance.

Qualifications

• Experience in an assessment-based, student support, academic services, or advisory role in a higher education setting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and empathy skills when working with diverse student populations.
• Organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and handle sensitive information.
• Strong IT skills including MS Office and learning new student records systems.
• Student-first mindset with calm, solution-focused approach under pressure.
• Familiarity with UK higher education systems, policies, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate preparation, distribution, and secure storage of all assessment and examination materials.
• Work with staff to ensure assessments are submitted, reviewed, and approved in a timely manner.
• Maintain assessment and submission calendars and communicate key dates to staff and students.
• Organise and oversee logistics for in-person and online exams, including venues and invigilators.
• Provide training and guidance to invigilators and manage examination scripts securely.

Skills

Assessment coordination experience

Student support skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

UK higher education knowledge

Regulatory compliance understanding

Job description

London Academy for Applied Technology (LAAT) is seeking an Assessment Support Officer to coordinate assessment planning and examinations across campuses. You will support the Assessment Lead and academic staff, ensuring compliant, secure processes and timely responses to student queries.

You will also provide welfare support, coordinate records, and assist with programme operations to enhance the student experience and maintain high-quality governance.