Exams Manager

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladybridge High School in Bolton is seeking an Exams Manager to oversee examinations administration and ensure timely entries to exam boards. The role includes line-managing casual Invigilators and learning cover procedures to assist the HR function.

The ideal candidate will have experience with SIMS/Arbor or similar MIS, strong communication, thorough organizational skills, and be proficient with Office 365 and Google Workspace.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Administer and organise examinations and ensure timely submission of entries to exam boards.
• Line manage a small team of casual Exam Invigilators.
• Learn cover procedures for absences and support HR with related tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Methodical approach

Work under pressure

Tools

SIMS/Arbor

Office 365

Google Workspace

Job description

Actual salary £27,248.36 to £30,245.31 per annum

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.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 2nd September 2026 at 8.00am

Shortlisting will take place: Wednesday 2nd September 2026

Interviews will be held: Wednesday 9th September 2026

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.