Exams Officer – Independent School – Nottingham

Exams Officer Independent School Nottingham

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

School Information

This well-regarded 1118 independent school in Nottingham is known for its outstanding academic results exceptional pastoral care and meticulous organisation of all assessment and qualification processes. The school benefits from a highly motivated student body strong teaching teams and a calm orderly working atmosphere where professional standards are extremely high.

The Exams and Data functions are considered central pillars of the schools academic strategy. Staff appreciate the clear systems excellent communication channels and supportive leadership all of which ensure that exams are delivered with precision and integrity. With GCSE A Level and a range of vocational qualifications offered the school requires an Exams Officer with excellent administrative ability and meticulous attention to detail.

The Role

The school is seeking an experienced organised and reliable Exams Officer to coordinate all aspects of internal and external examinations. This role is critical in ensuring that all assessments run smoothly securely and in line with JCQ regulations.

You will oversee the entire exam cyclefrom planning and entries to rooming invigilation results day and post-results services. The successful candidate must have excellent organisation strong communication and the ability to work under pressure during busy exam periods.

Key Responsibilities

Managing all examination entries registrations amendments and withdrawals
Ensuring full compliance with JCQ regulations and awarding-body requirements
Producing exam timetables seating plans and invigilation schedules
Recruiting training and supervising teams of invigilators
Managing secure storage and handling of all exam materials
Preparing exam rooms resources and documentation
Coordinating access arrangements in collaboration with the SENDCo
Managing internal assessments and mock exam logistics
Overseeing the results process including downloads distribution and candidate support
Managing post-results services (e.g. reviews of marking script requests)
Maintaining meticulous administrative and data records
Liaising with staff students parents and exam boards

Person Specification

Experience as an Exams Officer or similar role
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong understanding of JCQ regulations
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Excellent communication and data-handling skills
Confidence in managing staff such as invigilators
High levels of professionalism integrity and reliability

Application

To apply please send your CV as soon as possible.