Examinations Coordinator for GCSEs & A-Levels

Marchant Recruitment; St Albans; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent secondary school in St Albans is seeking a highly organised Examinations Officer to coordinate its internal and external examination processes. The postholder will oversee the organisation and administration of public examinations, including GCSEs and A Levels, coordinating entries, timetables and deadlines.

The role requires experience in examinations administration or school administration, with strong organisational skills and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Experience in examinations administration or school administration.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of GCSE and A Level procedures is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the organisation and administration of public examinations, including GCSEs, A Levels and other relevant qualifications.
• Manage examination entries, maintain accurate candidate records, and coordinate timetables to meet deadlines.
• Arrange examination rooms, coordinate invigilators, prepare examination materials and ensure proper procedures before, during and after sessions.
• Communicate important examination information to pupils, parents and staff and handle amendments to entries and access arrangements.
• Support administration of certificates, manage examination results, and maintain confidential records securely.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Deadline oriented

Communication with pupils/parents

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An established independent secondary school in St Albans is seeking a highly organised Examinations Officer to coordinate its internal and external examination processes. The postholder will oversee the organisation and administration of public examinations, including GCSEs and A Levels, coordinating entries, timetables and deadlines.

The role requires experience in examinations administration or school administration, with strong organisational skills and confidentiality.