Exams and Assessment Officer

Job Description

Role:
Exams and Assessment Officer

Academy:
Outwood Academy Valley

Start Date:

19th March 2026

Salary (Actual Salary): £28,598 to £29,540

Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Full Time (all year round)

This role is temporary in the first instance, with a view to becoming permanent from April 2027.

Are you an exceptionally organized 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?

The purpose of this post is to ensure the accurate management and running of all examinations, and maintain accurate pupil tracking data to assist leaders in raising standards.

Outwood Academy Valley seeks applications from professional individuals for this key role. 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.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, good time management, and the ability to multitask and be able to work to tight deadlines. Strong IT skills specifically in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) are essential and experience of SIMS would be a definite advantage, but is not essential as training will be provided on all aspects of the role.

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.

If you share our values, apply now and take the next step in your career with us.

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If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Hazel Fairest, Assistant Principal at

Closing date:
Midday, Tuesday 24th February 2026.

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/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.

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A Level 3 qualification in a relevant discipline is essential. Essential experience includes working with statistical analysis, management information, and data collection, as well as assisting with or organising educational examinations. Candidates should possess the ability to effectively communicate, 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.

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