Exams Officer

Philip Southcote School; Elmbridge; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Holiday entitlement

Training and development

Wellbeing support (24/7 GP & EAP)

Discount platform access

Work-life balance

Family-friendly policies

Free parking

Cycle to work

Job summary

Hopescourt School in Walton-on-Thames is seeking an Exams Officer to manage all internal and external examinations in line with JCQ regulations. The role is permanent, term-time plus (38.6 weeks plus two additional weeks) with a 36-hour week (Mon-Thu 08:00–16:00, Fri 08:00–14:30, unpaid 30-min break).

The successful candidate will coordinate examination timetables, register students, train invigilators and ensure compliance with JCQ guidelines while supporting safeguarding and welfare policies.

Qualifications

• Experience of examination administration in a school or similar setting.
• Awareness, understanding and commitment to safeguarding of children.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and administer all internal and external examinations in accordance with awarding body and JCQ regulations.
• Register candidates for examinations and ensure accurate entry of students and subjects; prepare timetables, seating plans and rooming arrangements.
• Organise and train invigilators, including briefing on regulations and procedures.

Skills

Examination administration

Safeguarding awareness

JCQ regulations knowledge

Job description

Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay.

Thank you for your interest in Hopescourt School, an all-through specialist school within Bourne Education Trust, supporting children with Autism and related communication and interaction needs.

Since opening in September 2024, Hopescourt has grown into a school where learners exceed expectations. Our growth continues as we haverecently moved into our new purpose-built school on Waterside Drive, Walton-on-Thames - a learning environment designed specifically to meet the needs of our children.

Our new building features flexible classrooms, therapy spaces and communal areas supporting independence, collaboration and wellbeing. Here, pupils will access specialist support alongside high-quality subject teaching, combining the best of mainstream and specialist education to ensure they can make excellent academic progress while developing socially and personally. At Hopescourt, we believe no child should ever have a glass ceiling placed on them. Every learner deserves the opportunity to succeed, and our mission is to break down barriers and prepare them for life beyond school.

Details

• Job title: Exams Officer
• Location: Walton-on-Thames
• Contract: Permanent, term time plus (38.6 weeks, plus 2 additional weeks in the summer to coincide with exam results)
• Hours: 36 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:00, Friday 08:00 to 14:30 (including an unpaid 30 minute break)

• Generous workplace pension through LGPS
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan, organise, and administer all internal and external examinations in accordance with awarding body and JCQ regulations.
• Register candidates for examinations and ensure accurate entry of students and subjects. Prepare examination timetables, seating plans, and rooming arrangements.
• Organise and train invigilators, including briefing on regulations and procedures.

Requirements include:

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Experience of examination administration in a school or similar setting.
• Knowledge of JCQ regulations and examination board procedures (or willingness to learn).

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.