Exams Coordinator

About the Role

The Exams Coordinator is a key member of the exams team and is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the campus and any community site provision exams programme. The role involves liaising with different teams; such as IT, Estates and Curriculum to ensure the correct processes and procedures are followed so that the college meets JCQ and awarding body regulations and that students achieve their qualifications and the college maximises the funding received. The role is very fast paced and being able to think on your feet and learn new information quickly and accurately is really important.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage the exams team to ensure all internal and external assessments are delivered efficiently, in full compliance with awarding body regulations and deadlines.
• Act as the main point of contact for all examination-related queries, complaints, and communications with awarding bodies, ensuring the timely and accurate release of results and certificates so that students can progress to further education or employment.
• Provide line management for Exams Administrators and the Exams Liaison Officer, supporting their professional development and ensuring effective team performance.
• Oversee and coordinate examination processes across community sites, ensuring consistency and adherence to established procedures.
• Ensure compliance with JCQ regulations through regular audits and monitoring, addressing any areas of non-compliance proactively.
• Liaise with exam inspectors, responding promptly to their requirements and facilitating successful inspection outcomes.

About You

• Be confident working independently, with the ability to prioritise, delegate, and manage tasks effectively
• Have a keen eye for detail to ensure procedures are followed and students are accurately registered for the correct exams and qualifications
• Be able to work well under pressure, managing tight deadlines while motivating and supporting their team
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, taking ownership of issues and resolving problems effectively
• Possess strong IT skills to complete tasks efficiently and use data to monitor and track exam processes
• Hold Level 2 qualifications in English and Mathematics (or equivalent) and a Level 3 qualification

Benefits

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including: Annual leave (Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays; Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays), Pension schemes with generous employer contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, People’s Pension Scheme), CPD opportunities (Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days, qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses), Employee wellbeing initiatives (Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa at Printworks and gym at Park Lane), Travel and commuting (Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes), Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.

About Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally. We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does. We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff.

Safeguarding

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms.