Examinations Administrator (Clinical)

As an Administrator within the Education and Training Division of the College, you will be responsible for the administrative delivery of clinical examinations for trainees and candidates looking to gain membership of the RCPCH (MRCPCH), providing the administration that supports examination preparation from application through to the delivery of results.

This crucial role within the Clinical Assessment Team requires first class customer service and communication skills along with the ability to manage a high volume of work in a cyclical work pattern, such as university registry and admissions sections.

You will be responsible for providing effective customer service for candidates, examiners and the host teams, along with the preparation and confirmation of the examination schedule with relevant examination leads. You will also work with Officers and examiners on the examination appeals process.

Educated to A-level standard or equivalent, you should have substantial relevant administrative skills, along with the ability to act to minimise errors and inaccuracies, maintaining high standards of accuracy and correctness in dealing with information and data.

Your excellent report writing skills will enable you to present information in a fluent and persuasive manner to people at a range of levels.

With the ability to prioritise your workload and work well under pressure, you will also be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Experience of the administration of examinations and a background of working in and supporting the work of a membership body, or an education or training setting, would be desirable. Experience of working with online platforms would be beneficial to these positions.

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health sets and maintains standards for the education and training of all doctors working in paediatrics and child health in the UK. We advocate on child health issues at home and internationally. Additionally, through a variety of activities, the College influences the quality of medical practice for children in hospital and in the community.

The RCPCH has more than 23,000 members and fellows and employs around 200 staff, most of whom work in our London office in Holborn. We have a Devolved Nations team operating from Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Our College values: Include, Influence, Innovate and Lead, are important to us. These values ensure we bring out the best in each other, strive forward together to make the College a positive and dynamic place to work.

The RCPCH champions Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Our workplace is inclusive, offering a supportive environment where staff can thrive. The College is keen to accept applications from people with protected characteristics. We believe that our staff should represent all of the diverse communities we serve. Join us to help realise our vision of a world where every child is healthy and well.

The College operates a flexible and modern working policy, whereby our colleagues work in the office for a minimum of 40% over a 4 week cycle and the remainder from home.