Exams Assistant

Optimistic – Equity – Kindness – Innovation – Collaboration

Kindly note that we do not accept CVs, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements. All applications must be submitted via the link provided only.

Derby College Group (DCG) are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Exams Assistant to join our dedicated team based at our iconic Roundhouse Campus to help create a smooth, professional, and positive exam experience for thousands of learners every year.

Ready to play your part in student achievement? We'd love to hear from you.

As an Exams Assistant, no two days are the same. You'll be at the heart of a fast-paced and rewarding environment, supporting the successful delivery of examinations and assessments across college sites. You will work closely with staff and students, coordinating key processes, playing an important role in keeping things running smoothly. If you're someone who enjoys variety, thrives on organisation, and takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for someone who is positive, detail-focused, and passionate about providing excellent service. Somone who enjoys working as part of a team, has strong organisational and administrative skills, confident using Microsoft Office and IT systems, has excellent attention to detail and accuracy, is able to manage competing priorities in a busy environment and will enjoy building positive relationships with students, staff, and stakeholders.

Experience in examinations administration or knowledge of awarding body regulations would be advantageous, but it isn't essential. If you have the right attitude, transferable skills, and a willingness to learn, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

• 34 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 19.9% employer contribution
• Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
• TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
• Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of One Drive cloud storage
• Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
• Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
• Continuous development and progression opportunities
• Free eye tests with Specsavers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at hrrec

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further.

Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred…