Examinations Officer

The examinations Officer is responsible for the organisation and smooth running of both internal and external examinations. The Officer acts as the primary liaison between school and external examination bodies. They will be familiar with the requirements and regulations placed on schools by both awarding bodies and the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), and will ensure that the school is compliant with these before, during, and after the examination periods.,

• Understand the regulations and requirements of all examinations held by the school, both internal and external
• Comply with all JCQ and awarding body regulations and keep up to date with any changes to these
• Manage arrangements for the safe and secure receipt, checking and storing of examination papers and materials
• Contribute to development and review of examination-related school policies
• Manage registration of candidates for all examinations
• Work with the finance team to ensure all examination fees are paid as necessary
• To provide support to the main administrative function of the school: individual duties as required
• Recruit train and manage invigilators as required
• Ensure appropriate conduct during examination sessions, in line with requirements and regulations from awarding bodies and the JCQ
• Manage the logistics for examination sessions, including timetabling, room booking, resources and staffing with guidance and procedures
• Ensure pupils are aware of their personal exam timetables, managing and resolving clashes in accordance with guidance and safeguarding procedures
• Carry out necessary administrative tasks related to the organisation of examination sessions
• Support the SENCO to implement access arrangements and reasonable adjustments as required
• Manage arrangements for the safe and secure storage and dispatch of completed examination papers
• Manage any unexpected issues or emergencies that arise during an examination session
• Submit reports to examining bodies, as required
• Make arrangements to share results with students, distribution of certificates ensuring the results are received by school in a secure and confidential way and managing retention of results for the school's records.
What the school offers its staff Excellent CPD opportunities
• A supportive team of colleagues across the school
• A dedicated and forward-looking management team, with highly skilled staff upholding high expectations and aspirations for our students.
• Shared on-line resources to support the development of student learning.
• Classrooms are fully equipped with large interactive TV screens and all the latest technologies at both the schools across the Trust.
• A wide enrichment programme in which you can participate.
• Employee well-being benefits via our Employee Assist healthcare programme ( Benenden) physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and mental health support, retail and gym discounts, free flu vaccination, a laptop, free on-site parking
• Flexible working hours to accommodate a healthy work-life balance.
  
  The Westwood Academy operates under the umbrella of the Kenilworth Multi-Academy Trust, a progressive and ambitious trust. We provide a stimulating learning atmosphere coupled with an exemplary shared Continuous Professional Development (CPD) program. We take pride in our academic achievements and the pastoral care we offer, fostering a sense of community within our modest yet expanding school.