Examinations and Data Officer - Unity Academy Blackpool

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT); Blackpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Blackpool seeks an Examinations and Data Officer to manage examination systems and data functions. The role offers the opportunity for professional growth within a supportive environment. Join the dedicated team focused on providing excellent educational outcomes.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD opportunities

25% discount for FCAT in-house provisions

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Modern school building with excellent facilities

24/7 access to free health support services

Cycle to work scheme

Free annual flu vaccine

Blackpool Council travel discount

Free eye tests

Commitment to wellbeing charter

Qualifications

• Understanding of the examination system within England including GCSE’s.
• Highly organized and a good communicator.
• Ability to manage their own time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage school examinations and data processes.
• Work with senior leadership to ensure data availability.
• Support in internal and external examination requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

Examinations and Data Officer - Unity Academy Blackpool

Academy: Unity Academy Blackpool

Contract: Permanent

Salary: NJC Pay Scale, Grade F, Points 19-24

Closing date for applications:7 July 2025, 12.00pm

Examinations and Data Officer - Unity Academy Blackpool

Academy: Unity Academy Blackpool

Contract: Permanent, Full time (37 hours), TT +5 days

Salary: NJC, Grade F, Points 19 to 24 on the NJC Pay Scale
Pro rata salary will be £26,807 to £29,609 per annum

Closing date for applications: Noon, Monday 7 th July 2025

Join Team FCAT

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary and all through as well as the Central Services and School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity and resilience guide us to be the best we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us.

As a Multi-Academy Trust we work in partnership with educational institutions locally to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, which is critical to our culture of continuous improvement. Full information about the trust and its work can be found on our website www.fcat.org.uk

About Unity Academy Blackpool

Unity Academy Blackpool is an all through school for children aged 2-16, we are an inclusive academy which is committed to providing the best possible education for all the children within our care. Our curriculum is developed to ensure progression across all ages with many of our systems and processes being designed to work for children right the way through the school. The school motto is ‘In Unity, we succeed’ and this is at the heart of what we believe in. In Unity everyone works together to be successful. The staff team and supportive ethos amongst colleagues is second to none and this complements the support, care and guidance we provide to children.

This post represents an ideal opportunity for a candidate eager to step into school examinations and data management and encompasses the traditional role of an examinations officer whilst providing support with the day to day data functions of the academy.

The Academy’s sponsor is FCAT, the Fylde Coast Academy Trust. You would be joining the ‘family of schools’ within FCAT which will provide outstanding opportunities for future professional growth and potential promotion. This post represents an excellent opportunity for anyone who wishes to join a strong team at our academy as we continue our journey to be the best we can be.

The Role

The successful candidate will have an understanding of the examination system within England including GCSE’s, vocational qualifications and primary school assessments. Whilst an understanding of Brom Com is a benefit, training can be provided by the wider FCAT data team and support is routinely available within this team. The successful candidate will be highly organised, a good communicator and manager of their own time. They will be expected to work alongside other colleagues to ensure all relevant requirements are met with regard to external (and internal) examinations. The post holder will also support the senior and middle leadership team with ensuring student data is readily available.

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing CPD including New - Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset
• New - 25% discount for FCAT in house Breakfast and After School Club provisions
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - employer contributions above 16%
• Modern school building with excellent facilities for learners and colleagues
• 24/7 access to free health support services via Smartclinic
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Blackpool Council travel discount
• Free eye tests* (*conditions apply)
• Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter

How to apply:

To apply for this post please visit our website and complete the online application form and equal opportunities form at www.fcat.org.uk/job-vacancies

Closing time and date for applications is Noon on Monday 7 th July 2025

Interview and Assessment date is TBC

For any questions regarding the vacancy please contact Karen Linney, at [e-mail]

The Fylde Coast Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All staff are carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures that comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Following shortlisting this may include an online search and following an offer an enhanced DBS clearance.