School Exams Officer

Aspire People; Coventry; Sur place; GBP 12 000 - 18 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Aspire People is recruiting an Exams Officer for a well-established secondary school in Coventry. The role is temporary and requires 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. availability to cover the exam window and support staff and pupils.

You will manage entries, timetables, invigilators, and compliance with JCQ rules, ensuring safe handling of materials and accurate records. Strong organisational skills and discretion are essential; prior school exam experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in school administration or exams is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to manage deadlines and adapt to changing schedules.
• Knowledge of exam processes or JCQ regulations is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Plan, organise, and administer all examination processes.
• Manage entries, amendments, and registrations with exam boards.
• Coordinate timetables and inform staff and students.
• Recruit, train, and coordinate exam invigilators.
• Ensure secure handling and storage of exam materials.
• Maintain accurate records and data across systems.
• Ensure compliance with JCQ regulations and post-results support.

Connaissances

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Description du poste

School Exams Officer

About the Role

A well-established secondary school in Coventry is seeking an organised and reliable Exams Officer to join their administrative team. This role is being advertised on behalf of the school by our recruitment agency. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the smooth running of all internal and external examinations, ensuring compliance with awarding body regulations and providing essential support to both staff and students throughout the exam cycle. You MUST BE willing to work on a TEMPORARY basis and between the hours of 8:00a.m. & 4:30p.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise, and administer all aspects of the examination process.
• Manage exam entries, amendments, and registrations with exam boards.
• Coordinate exam timetables and communicate key information to staff and students.
• Recruit, train, and coordinate exam invigilators.
• Ensure the secure handling, storage, and distribution of examination materials.
• Manage access arrangements and special considerations where required.
• Maintain accurate examination records and data using relevant systems.
• Ensure full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations.
• Support post-results services, including enquiries about results and appeals.

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines.
• Confident communicator with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
• Previous experience in a school or examinations environment is desirable but not essential.
• Familiarity with exam board processes and regulations would be advantageous.

YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO FULLY REGISTER WITH US INCLUDING PROVIDING RIGHT TO WORK DOCUMENTS ALONG WITH OBTAINING AN ENHANCED CHILD WORKFORCE DBS THAT WILL BE PROCESS BY US BUT COME AT A COST OF £56 (UNLESS YOU ALREADY HAVE ONE REGISTERED ON THE UPDATE SERVICE).

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.