Exams Officer

Inspire Education Group; Stamford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

43 days leave incl. Bank Holidays

LGPS pension

Gym on-site

Free on-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Professional development sponsorship

Vivup benefits

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Inspire Education Group is recruiting an Exams Administrator to support the Group Exams Manager and Team Leader in delivering smooth examination operations at Stamford College. You will handle registrations, entries, and entry submissions to awarding bodies, maintaining accurate records and JCQ compliance.

You will prepare materials for paper and online tests, recruit invigilators, manage confidential papers and seating plans, and oversee post-results processing.

Qualifications

• Educated to Level 3 or above with Level 2 in English and Maths.
• Strong administrative experience in a busy office environment.
• Proficient in MS Office/Google Docs.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Experience with student record systems or awarding body regulations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Group Exams Manager and Group Exams Team Leader in ensuring smooth exam operations at Stamford College.
• Liaise with Heads of Faculty, Curriculum Leaders and lecturers to confirm student qualifications.
• Process and submit registrations and entries to awarding bodies before deadlines.
• Maintain examination records in ProSolution.
• Prepare materials for paper and online testing and organise invigilators with JCQ compliance.
• Receive, check, and securely store confidential test papers and digital materials.
• Create seating plans, track access arrangements, and resolve exam issues promptly.
• Update student records and manage distribution of results and certificates.
• Handle post-results services, appeals, and dispatch of scripts to awarding bodies.
• Deliver excellent customer service with a flexible, responsive approach for all users.

Skills

MS Office

Google Docs

Communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Level 3 or above

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Tools

ProSolution

Awarding body regulations

Job description

Ensure every student has a smooth, positive examination experience while playing a crucial role in maintaining administrative excellence across the college campus. In this busy and exciting role, you will assist the Group Exams Manager and Group Exams Team Leader in ensuring that all aspects of examination administration across Stamford College are conducted effectively and efficiently. You will be dedicated to supporting students from registration through to certification, guaranteeing high standards of service and strict regulatory compliance every step of the way.,

• Support the Exams Leadership team in ensuring smooth exam operations across Stamford College.
• Liaise with Heads of Faculty, Curriculum Leaders, and lecturers to confirm student qualifications.
• Process and submit accurately timed registrations and entries to awarding bodies before deadlines.
• Maintain precise examination records within the Management Information System (ProSolution).
• Prepare materials for paper and online testing, organize invigilators, and ensure JCQ compliance.
• Receive, check, and safely store confidential test papers and digital materials under strict regulatory conditions.
• Produce seating plans, track access arrangements, and resolve examination issues efficiently.
• Update student record systems timely and manage the distribution of results and certificates.
• Handle post-results services, appeals, outstanding results, and the dispatch of scripts to awarding bodies.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a flexible, responsive approach for all users.
  We are looking for an organized, methodical professional educated to Level 3 or above, with Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, and strong administrative experience in a busy office environment.
• You will need proficient MS Office/Google Docs skills, excellent written and oral communication, high attention to detail under pressure, and a proactive, customer-focused approach.
• Experience working with student record information systems or knowledge of awarding body regulations is highly desirable.

IEG offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous Leave: Up to 43 days annual leave per year, including Bank Holidays and Christmas close (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including death-in-service benefits
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
• Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts