Exams Administrator: Flexible Evenings & Strong Benefits

Oldham College and University Campus Oldham; Oldham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

49 days’ holiday

Pension contributions of 16.8%

Free counselling and wellbeing support

Retail discounts through our benefits

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Paid special leave

Training and development opportunities

Free breakfast Fridays

On-site facilities including canteens

Free parking and electric car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Oldham College in Greater Manchester is seeking an Exams Administrator to support the effective delivery of examination services. The role will require regular evening work, so flexibility is essential.

You will manage exam entries and registrations, coordinate timetables and invigilation, and ensure materials are securely handled in line with awarding body rules. You will also process results, maintain records, and handle staff and student enquiries with accuracy.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience, ideally within a busy office or education environment.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Strong IT and data skills, including spreadsheets, databases, word processing and accurate data input.
• Effective communication and teamwork, liaising confidently with colleagues, students and external organisations.
• Ability to work accurately and independently, analyse information, make informed decisions and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage examination entries and registrations, ensuring accurate and timely input of student and curriculum data.
• Coordinate examination arrangements, including timetables, rooming, invigilation and online examination processes.
• Ensure examination materials and documentation are securely managed, in line with awarding organisation regulations and audit requirements.
• Process and distribute examination results, maintaining accurate student records and achievement data.
• Provide effective examination support, responding to staff and student queries, investigating discrepancies and assisting with off-site examinations and invigilation.
• Carry out duties in line with College policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality commitments.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organisational skills

IT and data skills

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Oldham College in Greater Manchester is seeking an Exams Administrator to support the effective delivery of examination services. The role will require regular evening work, so flexibility is essential.

You will manage exam entries and registrations, coordinate timetables and invigilation, and ensure materials are securely handled in line with awarding body rules. You will also process results, maintain records, and handle staff and student enquiries with accuracy.