Exams Officer. Job in Grays Education & Training Jobs

Empowering Learning; Grays; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established secondary school in Grays is seeking an Exams Officer on a permanent basis. This role involves overseeing the full exam cycle, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing the invigilation team. The ideal candidate should be highly organized with excellent communication skills and experience in administration within an educational setting. This position is a fantastic opportunity for someone dedicated to supporting students' academic success, with a salary range of £23,951.10 - £25,388.83 annually.

Benefits

Additional 5 days outside of term time

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, ideally within an educational or regulated environment.
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Calm and reliable character committed to maintaining exam integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full exams cycle, including entries, timetabling, rooming, invigilation and results processing.
• Ensure all exam procedures comply with JCQ and awarding body regulations.
• Manage and train the invigilation team.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and data accuracy.
• Provide clear communication to staff, students and parents regarding exam requirements.
• Support students by creating a calm exam environment.

Skills

Highly organised

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confident using data systems

Familiarity with MS Office

Job description

Exams Officer
Full Time - Permanent
Start Date: March 2026 (or earlier if available)
Salary: 23,951.10 - 25,388.83
38 weeks per year plus 5 additional days outside of term time, 32 hours per week
Location: Grays, Essex

I am recruiting on behalf of a well-established secondary school in Grays, Essex, who are seeking a highly organised and detail-driven Exams Officer to join their team on a permanent basis from March 2026, with the potential to start sooner for the right candidate.

This is a key role within the school, ensuring the smooth and compliant administration of all internal and external examinations. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders, teachers, invigilators, awarding bodies and students to deliver an efficient, secure and supportive exams process.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full exams cycle, including entries, timetabling, rooming, invigilation and results processing
• Ensure all exam procedures comply with JCQ and awarding body regulations
• Manage and train the invigilation team
• Maintain strict confidentiality and data accuracy at all times
• Provide clear communication to staff, students and parents regarding exam requirements
• Support students by creating a calm, well-organised and professional exam environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Experienced in administration, ideally within an educational or regulated environment
• Able to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident using data systems and MS Office
• Calm, reliable and committed to maintaining exam integrity

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a structured, process-driven role and wants to play a vital part in supporting students' academic success.