School Exams Manager - Hackney

Randstad Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car park

Bike racks for cyclists

DBS and school application support

Refer a friend scheme with £300 reward

App-based booking system

Job summary

Randstad Education seeks a School Exams Manager in Hackney. This part-time role (24 hours/week) involves directing the invigilation team, coordinating with exam boards, and ensuring JCQ-compliant processes across internal and external exams.

The role requires strong organisational skills, experience with school data systems, and the ability to work with Subject Heads to ensure accurate student entries and a smooth timetable. DBS checked preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience managing examinations in a school setting.
• Familiarity with JCQ regulations and exam board requirements.
• Experience using school data systems (SIMS/Arbor/Bromcom).

Responsibilities

• Direct the invigilation team and liaise with examination boards.
• Ensure exam policies are updated in line with JCQ regulations.
• Set calendars and deadlines for the examination process.
• Maintain knowledge of exam board rules and conduct.
• Organise exam entries with Subject Heads.
• Build and maintain the school-wide exam timetable.
• Coordinate Access Arrangements with SENDCo.
• Handle papers and administrative documents.

Skills

Exams management

JCQ regulations

Data management systems

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Bromcom

Job description

School Exams Manager

Location: Hackney

Pay rate: £16.00 - £18.00 per hour

Do you have experience managing exams within an educational setting?

Are you familiar with JCQ (Joint Council for Qualifications) regulations and other exam board requirements?

Have you worked with school data management systems (e.g., SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom) for exam administration?

School's Overview:

The thriving secondary school is located in the heart of Hackney. The school is a supportive and inclusive school community, dedicated to providing the best possible education for their pupils.

We are seeking a highly organised and efficient individual to join our team as our School Exams Manager. This is a part-time role working 24 hours per week with flexible hours.

Responsibilities will include:

• Directing the invigilation team, Liaising with examination boards, Managing both internal and external exams
• Ensuring all exam policies are reviewed annually and updated in line with JCQ Regulations
• Setting calendar deadlines and schedules for all stages of the examination process
• Maintaining familiarity with and ensuring compliance with examination board rules and regulations
• Advising on the organisation, administration and conduct of internal and external examinations
• Preparing examination entry forms and liaising with Subject Heads to ensure accurate student entries
• Building and maintaining the whole school examination timetable
• Liaising with the SENDco regarding Access Arrangements
• Ordering, receiving, and securing examination papers and administrative documents
• Collecting, sorting, checking and dispatching examination scripts
• Providing support to Heads of Subject to ensure non-exam assessments are submitted to examination boards

Benefits with this role:

• For those who drive, they have an ample free car park, and bike racks for those who choose to cycle.
• Exclusive roles.
• DBS and school application support.
• A dedicated consultant focused on finding you the right roles.
• Online availability with an App-based booking system.
• Refer a friend scheme with a reward of £300.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working in a school office environment and managing examinations is highly desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational, attention to detail and administrative skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Eligibility to work in the UK - this is essential
• Enhanced DBS on the update service

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.