Exams and Assessment Officer

Are you an exceptionally organised and meticulous professional with deep knowledge of examination procedures and data management systems? Do you thrive in a high‑stakes environment where accuracy and adherence to national regulations are paramount to student success?

Outwood Academy Valley seeks applications for the role of Exams and Assessment Officer
. The successful candidate will ensure the accurate management and running of all examinations and maintain accurate pupil tracking of key assessment data, thereby assisting SLT and Curriculum Leaders in raising standards within teaching and learning. Full training and support will be given to the right candidate. This role is temporary in the first instance, with a view to becoming permanent from April 2027.

I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Valley, a school where excellence, innovation, and opportunity create an outstanding learning environment for both students and staff. We are situated at the heart of the community in Worksop, the "Gateway to the Dukeries."

We are deeply committed to putting students first, raising standards, and transforming lives. We believe learning should be enjoyable and enriching, allowing students to make exceptional progress through our knowledge‑rich, personalised curriculum. Our Performing Arts Department is a particular area of excellence.

If you are passionate about education, we warmly invite you to join our dedicated team. We value and invest in our staff, offering high‑quality professional development and a collaborative environment. We operate as a supportive school family, celebrating successes and working together with a shared sense of purpose.

The Officer manages all administrative and operational aspects of examinations, ensuring accuracy and full compliance with JCQ regulations. This includes managing the MIS for entries, liaising with boards, overseeing invigilation timetabling, training and supervising invigilators, and managing the security and distribution of examination papers and results.

The role also involves critical data management: coordinating the student census, using ‘Praising Stars’ for pupil tracking, undertaking statistical analysis of assessment data and trends for departmental managers and SLT, and producing reports to identify underachieving students. They provide all parents with student assessment data.

A Level 3 qualification in a relevant discipline is essential. Essential experience includes working with statistical analysis, management information, and data collection, and assisting with or organising educational examinations. Candidates should possess the ability to communicate effectively, use standard ICT packages, particularly Excel, and work well under pressure while managing competing deadlines. A key skill is the ability to analyse data and present it clearly.

Experience in the use of educational management information systems, including SIMS, is desirable.

Good communication skills, time management and the ability to multitask and work to tight deadlines are required. Strong IT skills, specifically in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), are essential. Experience of SIMS would be an advantage, but training will be provided.

For more information and to apply online, please click the Apply button.

Closing date:
Midday on 24 February 2026.

Start date:

19 March 2026. We reserve the right to close advertisements early.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

For questions or to visit the school, please contact Hazel Fairest, Assistant Principal, at