Exam Officer

Location:

Oundle, Northamptonshire

Looking for your next challenge in school administration?

Coba Education is working with a welcoming secondary school in Oundle seeking an experienced Exam Officer to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis.

• Full-time hours with a long-term assignment
• Work within a supportive and collaborative school environment
• Lead the examinations process with support from an Exams Assistant
• Make a significant contribution to student outcomes and school operations
• Opportunity to become an integral member of the school's support team

• Managing the administration of all internal and external examinations
• Coordinating examination entries with awarding bodies
• Producing and managing examination timetables
• Organising examination venues and invigilator deployment
• Ensuring compliance with JCQ regulations and awarding body requirements
• Managing examination results days and post-results services
• Maintaining accurate examination records and documentation
• Liaising with staff, students, parents and external agencies
• Supporting and overseeing the work of the Exams Assistant

• Strong organisation keeps exams running smoothly
• Attention to detail ensures compliance and accuracy
• Effective communication supports students and staff
• Proactive planning helps avoid last-minute issues
• Knowledge of examination regulations protects school compliance

• Your own consultant who knows what you're looking for
• Competitive rates, agreed upfront
• Honest advice and support throughout your placement
• Clear communication and booking information
• Access to other long-term and permanent opportunities

• Previous experience working as an Exam Officer in a school
• Strong knowledge of JCQ regulations and examination procedures
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
• Two references
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

• Experience using examination management systems
• Previous experience supervising support staff
• Experience working in secondary schools
• Knowledge of post-results services and examination appeals
• A driving licence and access to transport

Coba Education is a small, family-run business that has been supporting schools across Northamptonshire and surrounding counties for over 20 years. We've built strong relationships by being honest, supportive and taking the time to get to know the people we work with.