Schools Business Officer (Exams and Marketing Manager)

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive secondary school in the UK is seeking an experienced Exams and Marketing Manager to ensure the integrity of examination processes and lead all marketing initiatives. The successful candidate will work in a student-facing environment, prioritizing workload and resolving issues independently. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about education and supporting young people. The school values inclusion, community, and personal growth, offering a supportive and welcoming workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in educational administration or similar role required.
• Ability to manage exam processes and marketing communications.
• Strong relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and secure examination administration.
• Lead marketing and communications for the school.
• Oversee exam entries and invigilator recruitment.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Good general education

Job description

Closing date: 12 January 2026

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Join a thriving school rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted – Inspire Excellence in our students!

New Mills School is a small 11-16 secondary school in the High Peak, close to the stunning Peak District National Park, yet within easy reach of Stockport and Manchester.

Following a very positive Ofsted report rating us ‘Good’ in all areas, we are looking for an exceptional exams and marketing manager to join our team. Ofsted praised our ambitious leadership, high-quality teaching, and strong student attitudes to learning, and we are now seeking an inspirational cover supervisor to support our successful Faculties.

You will find New Mills School a warm, welcoming place, where we are proud of our inclusive ethos, high expectations, and strong sense of community. Our values—Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Team Spirit—underpin everything we do. We believe in the power of education to transform lives and are looking for a cover supervisor who shares this passion.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Exams and Marketing Managerto join our committed administrative team. The successful candidate will ensure the integrity of all examination processes in school and full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations, as well as, leading all marketing and communications across the school. This role will require you to work in a student facing environment when supporting the administration of exams.

The role involves:

• To provide a smooth, efficient and secure administration of all external and internal examinations within the school.
• Ensure the integrity of all examination processes, manages exam entries and results, oversees invigilator recruitment, and ensures full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations.
• To work closely with the Data Manager and provide administrative support to the school.
• To lead all marketing and communications across the school.
• Ensure appropriate arrangements for students with approved access arrangements, liaising closely with the SENCo and relevant staff.
• Manage invigilator rotas, attendance, and payroll records.

We are looking for an individual who is able to prioritise workload and resolve issues that arise independently. The successful candidate will be confident, have a good general education and be able to build relationships quickly.

If you share our values, have a passion for supporting young people, and want to be part of a forward-thinking and ambitious school, we would love to hear from you.

Application packs may be obtained from, and should be returned to Pete Eckersley, Office Manager, New Mills School, Church Lane, New Mills High Peak, SK22 4NR, or via email to [e-mail] or from the school website www.newmillsschool.co.uk.

If you would like to discuss the post further, or arrange a visit to the school, please contact [e-mail] and this can be arranged.

New Mills School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

New Mills School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including references and a Disclosure and Barring check.