Examinations Officer

Permanent Post
Full Time (37 Hours)
Term Time (42 Weeks)

Please note that where continuous service from previous employment applies, subject to terms and conditions, the pro rata salary would be re-calculated based on the applicable service of the successful candidate. The pro rata salaries stated on this advert have been calculated with no relevant continuous service.

The Examinations Officer is responsible for the administration and organisation of all aspects of internal and external examinations in accordance with the regulations laid down by the awarding bodies.

Key Responsibilities include:

•    To ensure the security and integrity of the examinations at all times.
•    To organise the school’s external and internal exams/tests, ensuring that all required materials/resources are in place before the start of exams; and organising reasonable adjustments for specific students as determined by the SENCO.
•    To manage the daily running and overseeing of exams, liaising with invigilators, and taking steps to solve any issues/problems that occur prior to, during or after exams.
•    Liaise with all staff regarding examination entries and submitting entries in advance of deadlines.
•    Overseeing results days and the distribution of results to candidates.
•    Producing analyses of examination results and providing statistics on examination entries and results for the Headteacher, senior management team, governors, DfES, etc.
•    Encouraging a positive examination culture in the school to which all staff and students subscribe.
•    Making arrangements for internal examinations, including the production of the timetable, rooming and invigilation.
•    Through taking an ethical approach and working proactively to avoid malpractice among students and staff; support the head of centre in taking all reasonable steps to prevent the occurrence of any malpractice/maladministration before, during the course of and after the examinations have taken place.
•    Undertake supervision of invigilators.
•    Manage the Examinations budget ensuring Best Value Added at all times

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/136732/EDV-2025-QEGSP-18730 
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Changing Lives Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

The closing date for this role is 09.00 on Monday 03 March 2025.