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Exams Officer

TWYNHAM SCHOOL

Exams Officer

£28699

TWYNHAM SCHOOL, Christchurch, Christchurch

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 25 Sep | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: e6cacd15dd6e46ddab4b073213ce162e

Full Job Description

  • Play a lead role in the management of administrative support services to students and staff relating to the choice of subject, admission and examination of students by relevant external bodies.
  • Manage all arrangements for all public examination entries e.g. GCSE / BTEC and equivalent and ensure that these are conducted in accordance with Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) and examination board regulations.
  • Manage all arrangements for all internal examinations.
  • Organise the examination timetable and related resources and accommodation within the school.
  • Manage the exams budget for The Grange School ensuring all spends are monitored and tracked against this.
  • Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.
  • What we can offer you
  • A supportive environment working alongside dedicated and passionate colleagues

    Have an interest in educational issues
  • Enjoy the company of young people and others
  • Have a positive attitude and relentless optimism
  • Enjoy taking the initiative and are a self-motivator
  • Hold five GCSEs at Grade C or above, including Maths and English (or equivalent)
  • Are familiar with a range of school policies which may impinge on the conduct of public examinations, particularly those regarding health and safety, equal opportunities, behaviour management, child protection and special educational needs (SEN)
  • Are familiar with the Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations issued by the Joint Council for General Qualifications
  • Are able to work as part of a team and also fulfil tasks assigned as a sole-contributor
  • Are pro-active in seeking guidance when required
  • Have good IT skills including Excel, Word, Outlook
  • Have meticulous attention to detail
  • Have the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of different people and organisations
  • Have excellent time-management and multi-tasking skills
  • Are able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
  • Are committed, resilient, robust, resourceful, keen and enthusiastic

    An opportunity to work with wonderful children and their families
  • Automatic membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
  • The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast