Examinations Coordinator — Flexible Hours & 50 Days Holiday

Hugh Baird; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

LGPS pension scheme

Staff benefits and development

On-campus parking

Job summary

Hugh Baird College in Liverpool is seeking an Examinations Coordinator to support the Examinations Manager and ensure exam processes meet JCQ and awarding body requirements. You will manage registrations, entries, timetables and post-results services, coordinating with staff, students and external bodies to keep examinations secure and compliant.

The role offers a full-time permanent position, with a focus on accuracy, organisation, and effective communication within the MIS and Exams team.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification at Level 3 or above.
• GCSE Maths and English at grade A*-C/4+ or recognised equivalent.
• Significant experience working in an examinations-related role within the education sector.
• Good understanding of JCQ rules and regulations, with experience of conducting examinations and assessments.
• Experience of Access Arrangements and Special Considerations and working with awarding body systems and platforms.
• High standard of IT skills, including good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent administrative, organisational, communication and customer care skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage deadlines, build positive relationships and deliver high standards in a busy working environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate student registrations, examination entries, results, post-results services and examination timetables, ensuring all key deadlines are met.
• Support and deputise for the Examinations Manager when required, acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and inspections.
• Ensure examinations are conducted in accordance with JCQ and awarding body regulations, including the secure storage and distribution of examination materials.
• Coordinate Access Arrangements and Special Considerations applications, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
• Produce examination timetables, prepare examination papers and packs, and ensure appropriate accommodation and trained invigilators are in place.
• Coordinate and deliver training on examination conduct, regulations, invigilation and associated administrative processes.
• Undertake spot checks and internal audits to ensure compliance with JCQ, awarding body and funding agency requirements.
• Maintain accurate examination systems and records, respond to queries and support the MIS team during enrolment events.

Skills

IT skills

Microsoft Office

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Customer care

Time management

Education

Level 3 qualification

GCSE Maths and English (A*-C/4+)

Job description

Hugh Baird College in Liverpool is seeking an Examinations Coordinator to support the Examinations Manager and ensure exam processes meet JCQ and awarding body requirements. You will manage registrations, entries, timetables and post-results services, coordinating with staff, students and external bodies to keep examinations secure and compliant.

The role offers a full-time permanent position, with a focus on accuracy, organisation, and effective communication within the MIS and Exams team.