Exams Officer - Team Leader

Heart of Yorkshire; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking an Examinations Team Leader to manage and support the Exams team at Wakefield College. Responsibilities include overseeing exam processes, ensuring compliance, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should possess strong organisational and IT skills, with relevant qualifications in English, Maths, and an advanced level of education. This role offers competitive salary and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave (30 days + bank holidays + 5 College closure days)

Professional Development opportunities

Contributory Pension Scheme

Discounted Metro Card Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to employee assistance programme

Reduced price personal gym membership

Discounts across high street retailers

Annual Staff Recognition Awards

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in educational administration or similar role.
• Ability to manage workloads effectively within a team.
• Confidence in liaising with staff and external bodies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Exams team ensuring efficient delivery.
• Oversee exam timetables, registrations, and certification claims.
• Ensure compliance and maintain quality of exam provision.

Skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Customer service

Data accuracy

Administration skills

Education

GCSE in English and Maths grade C/9-4

Advanced Level qualifications or equivalent

IT qualification (CLAIT, ECDL) or equivalent

Tools

ProSolution College Management Information System

Job description

Exams Office -Team Leader

Ref : 132728

Location : Wakefield College

Salary : £29,267 - £31,050 per annum

Hours : 37 hours per week

We are looking for a highly organised and motivated Examinations Team Leader to join our friendly and supportive Exams team. You will lead, supervise and support the team to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of all examinations processes across the Group.

You will oversee exam timetables, registrations, entries and certification claims, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent service for both students and staff. You will play a vital part of maintaining the quality of our exam provision.

You will be required to :

• Manage workloads effectively within the Exams team
• Maintain data accuracy using the College Management Information System (ProSolution)
• Liaise with Curriculum staff and awarding bodies to resolve queries and ensure compliance
• Ensure access arrangements and exam sessions are planned and conducted effectively
• Provide information, training and guidance on exams procedures

As an Examinations Team Leader you should be confident, well organised, and proactive with good IT skills and a commitment to providing excellent customer service.

You will have :

• GCSE in English and Maths grade A
• C / 9-4 or equivalent
• Advanced Level qualifications ( two A-Levels, NVQ Level 3, National Diploma / Certificate or equivalent) or higher
• An IT qualification, CLAIT, ECDL or equivalent is desirable but not essential
• The ability to accurately input data
• Excellent administration skills

This is a diverse role where you will be building relationships with curriculum and support staff, and many other stakeholders.

For further details, please refer to the job description and person specification above.

If you have the skills and experience, we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.

Values

Here at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, our Values are at the heart of everything we do. Watch our Principal and CEO, Sam Wright, and Group Chair of Governors, Andrew McConnell, explain how we carry out our values every day –Click to watch

See what we have to offer and come and join us. You won’t be disappointed.

Benefits include

• Generous Annual Leave (30 days + bank holidays + 5 College closure days)
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Generous Contributory Pension Scheme
• Discounted Metro Card Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Reduced price personal gym membership
• Access to a wide range of high street discounts (retail, supermarketsand restaurants)
• Annual Staff Recognition Awards

Find out more here.

Closing date : 8th December 2025

Interview date : 16th December 2025

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS. Our recruitment process follows Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.