Data And Exams Officer - Kensington

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a high-achieving school in Kensington to appoint a Data and Exams Officer. You will manage all internal and external examinations, maintain pupil data systems, and ensure JCQ compliance, reporting to SLT and governors while coordinating with exam boards and staff.

The role requires meticulous data handling, strong Excel skills, and experience with MIS platforms (SIMS/Arbor/Bromcom), with an enhanced DBS check likely required for safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience managing school examinations and data systems (MIS) in a secondary or independent school.
• Expert knowledge of JCQ regulations, exam board procedures, and GDPR compliance.
• Excellent organisational skills, high numerical accuracy, and advanced IT skills (Excel and MIS).
• Ability to stay calm under pressure during peak exam periods.

Responsibilities

• Exams Management: oversee entries, timetabling, seating, invigilator recruitment, and results days.
• JCQ Compliance: ensure adherence to JCQ regulations and access arrangements.
• Data & MIS Management: maintain MIS (SIMS/Arbor/Bromcom) and ensure data integrity.
• Reporting & Analysis: generate data reports and performance metrics for SLT and governors.
• Liaison: act as point of contact between the school, boards, staff, students and parents.

Skills

Excel

MIS software

Data handling

Organisational skills

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Bromcom

Job description

Data and Exams Officer Vacancy - Kensington

Position: Data and Exams Officer

Location: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, West London

Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent or Long-Term

Start Date: Immediate / As Soon As Possible

About the Role

We are working with a high-achieving, ambitious school in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea to appoint a meticulous and experienced Data and Exams Officer. This is a critical administrative leadership role responsible for the smooth, secure management of all internal and external school examinations, alongside the maintenance of pupil data systems.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations, managing data collection, and providing accurate statistical reports for the Senior Leadership Team and governing body.

Key Responsibilities

• Exams Management: Oversee the full administrative lifecycle of public and internal examinations (GCSE/A-Level), including entries, timetabling, seating arrangements, invigilator recruitment, and results days.

• JCQ Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all JCQ regulations, awarding body guidelines, and access arrangement protocols.

• Data & MIS Management: Maintain and update the school's Management Information System (e.g., SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom), ensuring data integrity for pupil records, attendance, and assessments.

• Reporting & Analysis: Generate comprehensive data reports, tracking sheets, and performance metrics to support student progress monitoring and strategic planning.

• Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact between the school, exam boards, teaching staff, students, and parents regarding exams and data inquiries.

Ideal Candidate Specification

• Experience: Proven experience managing school examinations and data systems (MIS) within a secondary or independent school environment.

• Knowledge: Expert working knowledge of JCQ regulations, exam board procedures, and data protection (GDPR) compliance.

• Skills: Exceptional organizational skills, high numerical accuracy, advanced IT proficiency (particularly Excel and MIS software), and the ability to work calmly under pressure during peak exam periods.

• Vetting: An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to process a new one).