School Exams Officer & General Administrator

Principal Education; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A school in the UK is seeking a highly organised and reliable Exams Officer & General Administrator. In this crucial role, you will manage all aspects of internal and external examinations while providing high-quality administrative support. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar administrative role, strong attention to detail, and excellent organisational skills. This position offers a supportive working environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to play a key role in school operations.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Training in exam administration

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as an Exams Officer or similar administrative role (school-based experience desirable).
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer all aspects of internal and external examinations.
• Act as the main point of contact for exam boards, staff, students, and parents.
• Organise exam timetables, entries, and invigilation.

Skills

Organisation skills

Time-management skills

Attention to detail

Data handling

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Job description

School Exams Officer & General Administrator

We are seeking a highly organised, reliable, and detail-oriented Exams Officer & General Administrator to join our dedicated support staff team. This is a key role in ensuring the smooth and compliant delivery of public examinations while also providing high-quality administrative support across the school.

About the Role

The successful candidate will:

• Manage and administer all aspects of internal and external examinations (GCSE, A level and other qualifications) in line with JCQ and awarding body regulations
• Act as the main point of contact for exam boards, staff, students, and parents regarding examinations
• Organise exam timetables, entries, access arrangements, invigilation, and results days
• Maintain accurate exam records and data, including secure handling of confidential materials
• Provide general administrative support, including data entry, correspondence, and reception cover as required
• Support wider school operations during peak periods, particularly during exam seasons

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience as an Exams Officer or in a similar administrative role (school-based experience desirable)
• Has excellent organisational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail
• Is confident working with data, systems, and Microsoft Office
• Can work calmly under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Is professional, discreet, and able to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Is flexible and willing to support general administrative functions when needed

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Training and support in exam administration and compliance
• Opportunities for professional development
• A well‑organised school with a strong community ethos
• A role that is varied, responsible, and central to school life

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest!