Examination Officer - Maternity Cover

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group; Wrenthorpe; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Wrenthorpe is seeking an Examinations Officer to ensure smooth examination processes and support students and staff. Responsibilities include processing registrations and providing guidance on exam procedures. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in English and Maths, strong organisational skills, and good IT proficiency. This role offers benefits like annual leave, professional development, and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days annual leave + bank holidays + 5 College closure days

Employer contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Reduced-rate gym membership

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths are required.
• A Level 3 qualification is needed.
• Experience in a busy office environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Process examinations and awarding body registrations.
• Provide advice on exam procedures and results.
• Ensure accurate student data management.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Good IT skills

Confidence in following procedures

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

A Level 3 qualification

Tools

ProSolution

Job description

Overview

As an Examinations Officer, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of examinations and achievement processes across a range of qualifications and awarding bodies. You'll be part of a team at the heart of the student journey, working closely with staff and students across the college.

Responsibilities

• Process examinations, awarding body registrations, and achievement claims.
• Provide clear, helpful advice to staff and students on exam procedures, sessions, and results.
• Ensure learners receive the right information in line with awarding body requirements.
• Maintain accurate student and exam data using ProSolution.
• Work collaboratively across the Exams team and curriculum areas to ensure outstanding service.
• Meet awarding body deadlines for registrations, entries and withdrawals.
• Help schedule and organise examinations in line with regulations.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths.
• A Level 3 qualification.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and confidence in following procedures.
• Good IT skills and experience working in a busy office environment.
• Experience within a college setting, familiarity with exam board processes, or knowledge of MIS systems such as ProSolution would be beneficial but not essential.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + 5 College closure days.
• Extensive personal and professional development opportunities.
• Employer contributory pension scheme.
• Discounted Metro Card Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Reduced‑rate gym membership.
• Wide range of retail and restaurant discounts.
• Annual Staff Recognition Awards.

Direct applicants only, no agency CVs/referrals.

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.