Examinations Officer

Cheltenham Ladies' College; Sharpness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in the UK seeks a highly organised individual to lead their Examinations team. The role involves managing all examination processes, including public and mock exams, whilst ensuring attention to detail and strong communication skills. The successful candidate will need to be flexible with hours during peak examination periods. This position offers a starting salary of £40,000 per annum and a chance to be part of a supportive community dedicated to the education of young women.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills are essential to lead the Examinations team effectively.
• Excellent communication skills required for interaction and coordination.
• Attention to detail is crucial for managing examination processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage all examination processes including public and mock exams.
• Lead the Examinations team, ensuring smooth operations during peak times.
• Be flexible with hours to accommodate examination schedules.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Job description

Full time, 36.25 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Starting salary £40,000 pa subject to skills, qualifications and experience

The Examinations Office is responsible for managing all examination processes at college including both public and mock exams.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised individual with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills as well as the ability to remain calm under pressure to lead our Examinations team.

The role will require some flexibility in hours to manage the peaks and troughs of the examinations season, with extended hours worked in peak times. No leave is to be taken in peak periods (January/February (Mocks), May/June (Public Examinations), mid-late August (Publication of Results)).

As one of the world’s leading schools, and with a strong pioneering heritage, our aim is to embody excellence, independence and empowerment in the education of young women. College itself combines a rich and pioneering heritage with an exciting future. Around 850 pupils benefit from the knowledge and expertise gained over the last 170 years of teaching young women. You will join a friendly and supportive community of committed professionals who believe that girls are at the heart of all we do. We are ambitious for their futures, collectively and individually, and have been so for over 170 years.

To find out more, please visit https://www.cheltladiescollege.org/information/jobs

Closing date: 12.30pm, Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Interviews will be held in the week commencing 26 January 2026.

Applications will be considered as they are received and College reserves the right to appoint at any time in the process.

Cheltenham Ladies' College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.