Examinations Manager

Rotherham-Metropolitan-Borough-Council; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Place Partnership invites applications for an Examinations Manager at Sir Thomas Wharton Academy in Rotherham. You will lead the team of exam invigilators, coordinate examination administration and report to the Senior Leadership Team to support high standards of assessment.

The role is full-time, 37 hours per week, on-site, with term-time plus inset days and additional days; you will contribute to a culture of excellence and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience in exam administration and invigilator management.

Responsibilities

• Manage, support and oversee the exam invigilators in school and report to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Ensure accurate examination processes, compliance and safeguarding during assessments.

Job description

Salary Salary: Band G Point 19 to 23 £33,119 to £35,570 Actual Salary: £29,916.02 to £32,129.98

Basis Full time

Job profile for Examinations Manager

Examinations Manager

Sir Thomas Wharton Academy 09/11/2026

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary Salary: Band G Point 19 to 23 £33,119 to £35,570 Actual Salary: £29,916.02 to £32,129.98 Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Region Rotherham Job category/type Education - Non-Teaching Date posted 27/10/2026 Job reference REQ24298 Attachments STWA Recruitment Brochure - Exams Manager - 22.10.2026.pdf

Job description

Location: Sir Thomas Wharton Academy

Contract: 37 hours, Term Time + 2 Inset Days + 10 Additional Days, Permanent

Start date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: Monday 9th November at 9:00am

Interviews are expected to take place: W/C 9th November 2026

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Sir Thomas Wharton Academy for an Examinations Manager to work with an experienced and highly motivated team of professionals.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic member of staff who is fully aligned to our Trust Vision ‘to create a multi academy trust where every child, colleague and community feels a strong sense of belonging, pride and purpose’. We strive to build an education system that delivers excellent outcomes and creates a lasting, positive impact on the communities we serve. The successful candidate will manage, support and oversee the exam invigilators in school and report directly to the Senior Leadership Team.

Sir Thomas Wharton Academy already has a strong team of professionals delivering high-quality learning in and out of the classroom. We strive to build an education system that delivers excellent outcomes and creates a lasting, positive impact on the communities we serve’. If you feel you would like to be a part of that team and could make a valuable contribution to driving standards and performance to the next level, we would like to hear from you.

About You The successful candidate will …

• Be committed to Place Partnership’s vision and Values
• Be a driven, proactive and positive individual with an unwavering commitment to continuously improving their own standards
• Have a true growth mindset, exceptional work ethic and a sense of humour
• Have the ability to inspire and enthuse studentsBe confident, approachable, firm and fair
• Be committed to raising standards for all
• Have the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new ideas
• Be an excellent professional with high expectations of all learners and staff within the team
• Have the knowledge and experience of the context in which Sir Thomas Wharton Academy operates

About Place Partnership This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people.

Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

Further Information Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs N Winder, PA to Principal via email [e-mail] .

Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists.

Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high-quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles.

Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal detail’s information.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

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