Exams Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dynamic Exams Assistant to join their team. This role involves supporting the Exams Office with various administrative tasks, ensuring smooth coordination of examinations across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a good understanding of administrative systems, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Flexibility is essential, as the role may require evening work and travel to different sites. Join this forward-thinking college to contribute to the educational success of students in a vibrant and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of administrative systems and processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Exams Office with all areas of exam administration.
• Process exam entries and record achievements.
• Run and invigilate external examinations.

Skills

Administrative skills

Microsoft Office

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Further Education Experience

Job description

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Exams Assistant, London Borough of Havering

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Client:

New City College

Location:

London Borough of Havering, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Would you like a career in Further Education and Exam administration? This is an ideal opportunity to Join New City College with prospects of progression within the Examinations team.

With over 40,000 enrolments the efficient co-ordination of examinations across the College is a key priority. We are seeking to recruit dynamic, organised and enthusiastic staff to fill this post and to help take the Department to the next level. We require individuals who are focused on students and their college experience and who are able to follow structured processes and procedures.

In this post you will assist the Exams Office in all areas of exam administration from processing exam entries and recording of achievements to the running and invigilation of external examinations.

You must have a good understanding of administrative systems and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office along with excellent time management skills. You must have good communication skills with the ability to deal with people from a variety of different backgrounds and be a good team player. Working to tight deadlines is essential with the ability to work well under pressure.

This post is based at our Ardleigh Green & Rainham sites but you will be required to work at our other sites when needed. Flexibility is essential within this role and some evening work will be required.

Closing date: 9 th October 2023

Interviews will take place: Thursday 19 th October

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

New City College is the dynamic group of further education colleges in East London which comprises Tower Hamlets College, Hackney Community College, Epping Forest College Redbridge College, Havering College of Further & Higher Education and Havering Sixth form College. Our 6-college merger places the group at the forefront of further education in the region. With a turnover of £105m, 20,000 students and 1900 staff it is one of the strongest and most influential further education organisations in the country.

Our college environment is second to none. We have industry standard facilities and equipment at all campuses, expert staff and partnerships with other high profile organisations which all prepare students for progression to higher education or successful careers.

East London is dynamic, innovative and entrepreneurial. As we develop our longer term vision, we will continue to ensure that we invest in our staff and other resources to provide a distinctive offer and excellent, supportive learning environment which meets the needs of students and employers and prepares local people for the changing workforce of the area.

As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an ‘Enhanced’ DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children’s Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the College. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The College's DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders which is available upon request.

New City College aims to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from a BAME background.