Exams Officer (Maternity Cover)
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Exams Officer (Maternity Cover)
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking an Exams Officer (Maternity Cover) for a fixed-term contract based in Southsea, Portsmouth. The role involves managing all aspects of the examination process, ensuring compliance with JCQ regulations, and leading a team of invigilators. Salary: £32,596 - £39,152 per year (Band 8).
About The Role
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we know that high-quality systems and rigorous compliance are essential to student success. We are seeking a highly organised and committed Exams Officer (Maternity Cover) to oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of all internal and external examinations at the academy. This is a key role for a detail-focused professional who takes pride in accuracy, collaboration, and ensuring that every examination is conducted with integrity and care.
- Lead all aspects of the examinations process, working closely with the Vice Principal and Principal.
- Manage the exams cycle including entries, access arrangements, invigilation, exam delivery, and post results services.
- Act as the main point of contact for awarding organisations and coordinate with staff, students, parents, and external agencies.
- Recruit, train, and manage invigilators.
- Ensure all exam materials, data, and scripts are handled in line with regulatory and data protection requirements.
- Support the academy in preventing and reporting malpractice and contribute to policy development.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] network.
Our ideal candidate will be:
- Exceptionally well-organised with strong attention to detail.
- Knowledgeable about (or keen to develop expertise in) JCQ regulations and awarding body processes.
- Confident working with senior leaders, staff, students, parents, and external partners.
- Calm, professional, and solution focused.
- Experienced in managing confidential information securely.
- Capable of leading and supporting a team of invigilators.
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Aligned with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s mission and values.
Benefits
- Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
- 10 inset days (at least one dedicated to staff wellbeing).
- A behaviour policy ensuring disruption-free learning.
- Development opportunities for future leaders.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Up to £3,000 relocation costs.
- Access to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] rewards scheme.
- Interest-free loans up to £5,000.
- Gym discounts up to 40%.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
About Us
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a happy and vibrant school located in the heart of Portsmouth. We believe every young person should feel a sense of belonging. We inspire and support our students to become the best they can be. Visit charteracademy.org.uk/jobs to learn more.
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to diversity and inclusion and to safeguarding children. An enhanced DBS check is required.