Exams Operations Lead

Askham Bryan College; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site facilities

Generous pension scheme

Free parking

Staff benefits

Job summary

Askham Bryan College is seeking an organised Exams Co-Ordinator to coordinate all aspects of examinations across the College, ensuring secure, compliant delivery in line with JCQ regulations.

You will manage the end-to-end process: entries, timetables, seating plans, invigilation support, and liaising with awarding bodies, across five centres, with a focus on accuracy and learner experience.

Qualifications

• GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and data systems.
• Knowledge of examination procedures, awarding bodies and invigilation processes.
• Level 2 qualification or higher.
• Experience cross‑referencing external and internal data.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate end-to-end examination process across multiple centres.
• Ensure compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations.
• Support and training invigilators, including annual updates.
• Support access arrangements in collaboration with SEN teams.
• Liaise with awarding organisations and JCQ inspectors.
• Handle post‑results services and appeals.
• Update examination policies and contingency planning.
• Coordinate exam activity across five centres.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

MS Office

Excel

Ability to work under pressure

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Level 2 qualification or higher

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Askham Bryan College is seeking an organised Exams Co-Ordinator to coordinate all aspects of examinations across the College, ensuring secure, compliant delivery in line with JCQ regulations.

You will manage the end-to-end process: entries, timetables, seating plans, invigilation support, and liaising with awarding bodies, across five centres, with a focus on accuracy and learner experience.