Exams Manager

Ladybridge High; Bolton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladybridge High School is seeking an Exams Manager to oversee the administration and organisational arrangements for examinations and timely submission of entries to the exam boards.

The role includes line managing a small team of casual Exam Invigilators, learning cover procedures with HR, and maintaining accuracy for all exam entries while supporting safeguarding and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience using SIMS/Arbor or similar MIS for school data management.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach essential.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with Office 365 and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration and organisational arrangements for examinations.
• Ensure timely submission of entries to exam boards.
• Line manage a small team of casual Exam Invigilators.
• Learn and apply cover procedures for absent teachers in HR context.

Skills

SIMS/Arbor

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Pressure handling

Verbal & written comms

Cloud platforms

Tools

SIMS/Arbor

Job description

Ladybridge High School

Exams Manager
Grade F SCP 17 23
Actual salary £27,248.36 to £30,245.31 per annum
37 hours per week, term time + ten days
Required for as soon as possible
Permanent Contract

Ladybridge High School is a warm, friendly and successful school with a clear mission and agreed beliefs that are shared across the school community. We are focused on achieving strong academic outcomes through a rounded education that prepares our learners for life. We are committed to our ‘Trivium’ approach to education, which is summarised on our website here.

The wonderfully diverse population of learners, the emphasis on professional learning for staff and the friendly atmosphere make Ladybridge an interesting and enjoyable place to work.

We are seeking to appoint an Exams Manager who will be responsible for the administration and organisational arrangements for examinations and for the timely submission of entries to the exam boards.

We strongly believe in allowing our staff to carry out their role to a high standard, whilst having a genuine work life balance which is why our full-time admin staff have the option of a compressed working pattern which offers a non-working day once a fortnight which is an option available for this post outside of the examination periods.

The successful candidate will line manage a small team of casual Exam Invigilators. There will also be a requirement to learn cover and the procedures for covering absent teachers as a backup for staff absences within the HR department.

We are looking for an exceptional candidate with:

• Experience of using SIMS / Arbor or a large information management system
• An attention to detail and a methodical approach
• Strong interpersonal skills with a friendly outgoing manner
• The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• A knowledge of cloud-based systems such as Office 365 and Google Workspace

Previous experience of working in a school or educational establishment would be an advantage.

Ladybridge High School is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Supporting Documents

• Recruitment Pack Exams Manager
• Application Form