Exams Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; West Boldon; Sur place; GBP 14 000 - 21 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The Romsey School is seeking an Exams Assistant to support the Exams Officer and SEND team on a fixed-term contract until July 2027. The role is part-time at 30 hours per term, with core hours 9am to 3.30pm on weekdays and flexibility around exam periods.

You will coordinate access arrangements, organise rooms and staff, maintain records, and assist with invigilation and timetabling, ensuring JCQ regulations are followed. A proactive, detail-oriented approach and strong IT skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficient with IT systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and administer access arrangement assessments for students.
• Liaise with the SEND team to identify students needing assessment and support.
• Organise rooms, staffing and paperwork for in-class assessments and examinations.
• Maintain accurate records and evidence for access arrangements.
• Process and distribute information on dyslexia screening and specialist reports.
• Support preparation of examination materials and student paperwork.
• Assist with examination timetabling, rooming and invigilator allocation.
• Help train staff who undertake invigilation duties.
• Work with the Exams Officer during exam periods to keep examinations running smoothly and in line with JCQ regulations.
• Provide general administrative support to the Exams Officer and SEND department.

Connaissances

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

IT literacy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

The Romsey School needs an Exams Assistant to work alongside the Exams Officer and SEND team on a fixed-term contract to July 2027, part time at 30 hours a term. The post centres on administering access arrangement assessments, examinations and the related records, including organising rooms, staffing and paperwork. Core hours are 9am to 3.30pm on weekdays, with extra flexibility around exam periods and time off in lieu. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post starts as soon as checks are complete.

What the job involves

• Coordinate and administer access arrangement assessments for students
• Liaise with the SEND team to identify students needing assessment and support
• Organise rooms, staffing and paperwork for in-class assessments and examinations
• Maintain accurate records and evidence for access arrangements
• Process and distribute information on dyslexia screening and specialist reports
• Support the preparation of examination materials and student paperwork
• Assist with examination timetabling, rooming and invigilator allocation
• Help train staff who undertake invigilation duties
• Work with the Exams Officer during exam periods to keep examinations running smoothly and in line with JCQ regulations
• Provide general administrative support to the Exams Officer and SEND department

What's required

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy under pressure
• Managing multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Confident using IT systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Working independently and as part of a team

Checks & eligibility

• Willingness to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers
• Willingness to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check

Other

• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and professionalism

Nice to have

• Experience working in an educational or administrative setting

What's offered

• Friendly, collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Access to a comprehensive staff wellbeing programme
• Flexible working pattern around exam periods
• Time off in lieu where appropriate