School Exams Officer

Job Description:

School Exams Officer

About the Role

A well-established secondary school in Leicester 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 £47.20 (UNLESS YOU ALREADY HAVE ONE REGISTERED ON THE UPDATE SERVICE). PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE ABLE TO DO THIS.

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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.