Examinations Assistant | Bolton

The Opportunity

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision and the ability to remain calm under the pressure of a ticking clock

We are seeking a methodical and proactive Examinations Assistant to join a busy administrative team in Bolton. Located in a town with a deep industrial heritage and a modern commitment to educational excellence this school considers the examinations season to be the pinnacle of the academic year. We are looking for an individual who can support the Exams Officer in delivering a seamless compliant and stress-free assessment environment for hundreds of students.

Core Responsibilities

• Operational Logistics: Assisting in the massive logistical undertaking of the summer and mock exam seasonsfrom the precise layout of desks in the Great Hall to the secure distribution of papers.

• JCQ Compliance: Ensuring every internal and external assessment strictly adheres to the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations maintaining the absolute integrity of the examination process.

• Invigilation Coordination: Supporting the recruitment training and daily briefing of a team of external invigilators ensuring they are vigilant informed and professional.

• Access Arrangements: Working closely with the SENDCo to ensure that students with additional needs receive their correct entitlements such as extra time laptops or rest breaks without disruption.

• Data & Entry Management: Assisting with the accurate submission of candidate entries to various boards (AQA Edexcel OCR WJEC) and the meticulous handling of coursework and non-exam assessments (NEA).

• Results & Post-Results Support: Playing a key role during the August Results Days assisting with the download of data and supporting students and staff through the clerical check and review of marking processes.

Why This School

• Boltons Educational Community: Work in a town that prides itself on its super-schools and strong collaborative networks providing a professional and highly structured working environment.

• A High-Stakes Pastoral Role: Occupy a position that is as much about student wellbeing as it is about datahelping to create a calm orderly atmosphere that allows students to perform at their best.

• Central Hub Experience: Gain a unique behind-the-scenes view of the schools academic engine interacting with every department and the Senior Leadership Team.

• Professional Growth: Access to specialist training in JCQ Regulations Exam Management Software and clear pathways toward Examinations Officer or Data Manager roles.

Candidate Profile

• Experience: Proven experience in a highly regulated administrative or data-entry role is essential. Prior experience within a school exams office is a significant advantage.

• Technical Precision: Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage complex spreadsheets and databases (such as SIMS or Arbor) with 100% accuracy.

• Temperament: A resilient and unflappable individual who can maintain a professional poker face and clear head during the intense pressure of the national exams window.

• Communication: An articulate communicator who can deliver clear instructions to large groups of students and coordinate effectively with external invigilators and exam boards.

How to Apply

To apply for this position please submit your CV today.