Data and Exams Office Assistant

The King's Academy; Cheddar; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cheddar is seeking a motivated Data and Exams Office Assistant to support its Exams and Assessment Department. The role involves maintaining high standards in administrative tasks, managing priorities effectively during busy periods, and utilizing IT skills, particularly in Excel. Candidates should demonstrate excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail. This position offers full training in educational software and a supportive work environment with various staff benefits.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Reduced leisure centre membership

Cycle to work scheme

24/7 counselling support

Qualifications

• High level of attention to detail in administrative tasks.
• Experience in administrative processes within an educational setting.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high attention to detail in all administrative tasks.
• Assist with administrative processes and procedures.
• Organise and manage priorities during examination periods.
• Start at 8.00 am during busy examination times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proficiency in Excel

Experience in educational processes

Tools

Bromcom

Job description

Data and Exams Office Assistant

Cheddar, Somerset

Grade 13 £25989 - £28142 per annum pro rata

Permanent

Kings Academy

30 hours per week, term time plus 15 days (5 days in the school holidays)

9.00 am - 3.30 pm, Monday - Friday, with half an hour unpaid lunch break

There is some flexibility on the above times, and a job share would be considered.

Actual Starting Salary £18970

Overview

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and meticulous professional to work within our Exams and Assessment Department at The Kings Academy. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work on their own initiative.

Responsibilities

• High level of attention to detail in all administrative tasks
• Experience of administrative processes and procedures within an educational setting
• Proficiency in IT packages, particularly Excel; experience with educational software such as Bromcom is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided
• Excellent organisational skills to manage competing priorities during busy examination periods
• Ability to organise effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-moving environment
• Requirement to start at 8.00 am during busy examination periods

Qualifications

• High level of attention to detail
• Experience of administrative processes and procedures
• High level capability in the use of IT packages, particularly Excel; experience of working with educational software such as Bromcom is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-moving environment, often with conflicting priorities
• Ability to organise effectively and to meet deadlines

Benefits

• Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family
• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust
• Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria

Application

To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, available on our website, together with a letter of application addressed to Mrs J Cowper (Head Teacher). Your letter should be no more than two pages of A4, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position.

Closing date: Monday 5 January 2026 - 8am