Exams Officer

Job Vacancy: Exams Officer
Location: Gravesend, Kent
Contract Type: Part-time
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

We are now seeking an organised, meticulous and proactive Exams Officer to manage all aspects of internal and external examinations, playing a key role in the academic life of the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration, organisation, and smooth running of all public and internal exams (GCSEs, A-Levels, and mock assessments).
• Liaise with exam boards, academic staff, students, and parents to ensure compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations.
• Manage exam entries, access arrangements, timetables, invigilation schedules, rooming, and secure handling of papers.
• Train, deploy, and supervise a team of invigilators.
• Ensure all candidates receive appropriate support, especially those with SEND or specific needs.
• Produce reports and analysis of results for senior leadership.
• Maintain accurate records, meet deadlines, and contribute to the schools ethos of academic excellence.

Person Specification

• We are looking for someone who is:
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiar with JCQ regulations and exam administration (training can be provided).
• A strong communicator, able to work collaboratively with staff, students, and parents.
• Confident using school MIS and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Discreet, professional, and committed to upholding the integrity of the examination process.
• Experience in a similar school or exams-related role is desirable but not essential.