Examinations Officer

Ormiston Rivers Academy; Stoneyhills; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Cycle to Work

Pension scheme

Professional development

EAP service

Job summary

Ormiston Rivers Academy is seeking an Examinations Officer to expertly plan exam seasons, manage entries with awarding bodies and lead a team of invigilators. You will also collaborate with the SENCo to ensure access arrangements and maintain JCQ compliance, enabling students to perform at their best.

You will need strong organizational skills, calm under pressure and excellent communication with students, parents and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in exams administration or a deadline-driven role requiring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ability to lead a team and develop others, with clear communication to students, parents and colleagues.
• Comfort using systems such as Arbor and Microsoft Office and adapting to changing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan the exam season and manage entries with awarding bodies.
• Lead and develop invigilators and ensure smooth, secure exam delivery.
• Work with the SENCo to arrange access arrangements for eligible students.
• Ensure compliance with JCQ regulations and school policies during exams.

Skills

Exams administration

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Office

Tools

Arbor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

At Ormiston Rivers Academy, we believe every young person deserves the chance to show what they can do. As our Examinations Officer, you will make sure that moment runs smoothly, fairly and securely, giving students calm, well-organised exams so they can focus on doing their best. You'll plan the exam season, manage entries with awarding bodies, and lead and develop our team of invigilators. You'll also work with our SENCo to make sure every eligible student has the access arrangements they need. All of this puts you at the heart of one of the most important times in our students' school lives. Working closely with senior leaders, you will keep the academy compliant with JCQ regulations and help make sure our students' hard work leads to the results they deserve.

Why you?

You are highly organised, calm under pressure and take real pride in getting the details right. You may already have experience in exams administration, or in a busy, deadline-driven role where accuracy and confidentiality really matter, and you're keen to keep learning as regulations change. You communicate clearly and confidently with students, parents, colleagues and outside organisations. You enjoy leading a team and helping others develop, so everyone knows exactly what's expected of them. You're comfortable using systems such as Arbor and Microsoft Office, and you're happy to work flexible hours during the busy exam periods. Above all, you care about young people and want to help them take their next steps with confidence.

Ormiston Rivers Academy is an exciting and supportive place to work. There is a commitment to teamwork at all levels in the school and we work together to provide outstanding opportunities for our students, supported by cutting edge facilities. We are committed to high quality teaching and learning, and we seek and embrace strategies to inspire and support our students. We offer a warm, welcoming and highly supportive working environment, as well as a highly bespoke CPD package, progression routes and many staff benefits.

Why Work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive


• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve


• Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities


• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

We offer a competitive package of benefits for our staff including:

• Employee benefits and wellbeing package


• Cycle to Work and Car salary sacrifice scheme


• The best professional development to support your career, including a comprehensive induction programme with Trust wide career opportunities


• EAP service which includes free confidential advice to staff and a counselling service available 24/7


• Access to a contributory pension scheme

If you have any questions about the role or wish to have an informal chat, please contact Angela Mahoney, Finance and Business Director, via [e-mail]. Visits to the academy are welcomed.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 20th October, midnight. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.