Exams Officer: School Examinations & Timetabling Lead

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

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.