Exams Assistant (Term Time Only)

South Bank Colleges; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in London seeks an Exams Assistant to oversee internal and external examinations. This role is pivotal in ensuring a smooth and fair examination experience for students. Applicants should possess Level 2 qualifications in English, Mathematics, and ICT, along with strong organisational and customer service skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £25,763 - £28,477 per annum, and is based in a vibrant working environment that emphasizes inclusion and community links.

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience in office administration.
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the smooth running of all internal and external examinations.
• Ensure that every student has the best possible experience during their exams.
• Collaborate with staff, students, and exam boards.

Skills

Organisational skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Data management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Level 2 qualifications in English, Mathematics, and ICT

Job description

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Exams Assistant to work with our Exams Officers to oversee the smooth running of all internal and external examinations at Southbank Colleges. This pivotal role ensures that every student has the best possible experience during their exams.

• Personal skills in English, Mathematics and ICT by holding Level 2 qualifications with a 5-year currency (or by undertaking initial assessments at job interview stage and by achieving Level 2 within one year of their appointment date as appropriate).
• Working in an office environment using administrative systems including data management
• Experience of dealing and working directly with people and providing services to a wide range of stakeholders
• Working in a customer service environment
• Experience of using Microsoft Office packages to a high standard of quality and accuracy.
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion, and its practical application

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in student success by ensuring exams run smoothly, fairly, and securely. The position offers variety and challenge, combining strategic planning with hands-on problem solving, while developing highly transferable skills in organisation, compliance, and communication. You'll collaborate with staff, students, and exam boards. With strong demand for skilled Exams Officers, this role provides both career stability and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

£25,763 -£28,477 per annum, including London weigh Permanent South Bank Colleges South Bank Colleges is a vibrant and inclusive place to work, where staff are united by a shared ambition to transform lives through education. Rated Good by Ofsted in 2025, inspectors praised the college's "strong culture of inclusion" and the way staff "foster an understanding of diversity" across all campuses. Adult learning was rated Outstanding, and learners spoke of the college as "an integral part of their journey in life." With a broad curriculum offer, expert tutors and deep links to the local community and employers, South Bank Colleges is a rewarding environment for education professionals to thrive., This role is offered on a Permanent and Full time (36 hours a week) basis.