Examinations Administrator (Term-Time) | Lead Invigilator

The Independent Schools Council; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits & CPD

Lunch without charge in term time

Discounted annual membership for New_H

Job summary

New Hall School is seeking a School Administrator (Examinations) to support the Examinations Manager in planning, coordinating, and delivering internal and external examinations. The role also assists the Head of Learning Development with Access Arrangements administration for students.

The position contributes to the smooth running of the school's administration while upholding the Catholic ethos, values and aims.

Qualifications

• A Level standard or equivalent required.
• Experience in a School or educational environment preferred.
• Experience in examination administration or invigilation beneficial.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• High level of accuracy, discretion and attention to detail.
• Strong IT skills, including databases and spreadsheets.
• Calm, approachable and empathetic with students.

Responsibilities

• Assist Examinations Manager with candidate entry, codes and tiers.
• Distribute examination entry forms to students and Heads of Department.
• Assist in producing timetables for internal and external exams.
• Support invigilation team and coordinate training arrangements.
• Ensure secure examination materials and JCQ regulations are followed.
• Be present in exam venues at start and end times of examinations.
• Act as lead invigilator when required.
• Assist in securing and preparing postage of exam materials.
• Proofread documents ensuring house style and guidelines.
• Review processes and propose improvements for efficiency.

Skills

Examinations administration

Invigilation

Data entry

IT literacy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

A Levels or equivalent

Tools

Databases

Spreadsheets

Microsoft Office

Job description

New Hall School is seeking a School Administrator (Examinations) to support the Examinations Manager in planning, coordinating, and delivering internal and external examinations. The role also assists the Head of Learning Development with Access Arrangements administration for students.

The position contributes to the smooth running of the school's administration while upholding the Catholic ethos, values and aims.