Exams Officer

Job title:

Exams Officer

Salary: SCP 19 £ 32,061 - SCP 23 £ 34,434 + LGPS pension + wellbeing cash plan + additional Lift Schools benefits

School:
Lift Broadlands, St Francis Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 2DY

Hours:

Full time

Contract type:
Permanent

Start:
September

Lift Broadlands is a small secondary school in Keynsham, fostering a nurturing environment for students aged 11‑16. The school is led by Principal Laura Stone, who is passionate about ensuring every student receives an excellent education. Located near Bath and North East Somerset, the school benefits from excellent transport links to Bristol and surrounding areas. It is a mixed, fully inclusive comprehensive school and has an OFSTED rating of ‘Good’.

The school aims to raise students’ aspirations, broaden horizons, and promote a life‑long love of learning.

The Exams Officer is responsible for managing, coordinating and administering the public exams process. This includes liaising with examination boards, collaborating with colleagues to plan timetables and special arrangements, managing public examination results, and overseeing the provision of internal examinations. The role also assists staff with preparation, seating plans, venue coordination and invigilation.

Applicants should be highly organised and able to lead a team. Prior examination experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential; transferable skills are acceptable. Experience in timetabling and a good understanding of special examination requirements for students with SEND are advantageous. Candidates must be able to plan, prioritise workload, manage conflicting demands and coordinate multiple stakeholders in a high‑pressure environment.

• Comprehensive training:
  Access to some of the best developmental training to boost your career
• Generous benefits:
  Pension plan, healthcare and financial support
• Lifestyle perks:
  Discounted gym memberships, travel deals and more

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, and all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.