School Examinations Manager

School Examinations Manager - Senior School & Sixth Form

Location: Maidenhead SL6 6AW

Contract: Full Time (Year-Round) | Approx. 40 hours per week

Salary: Dependent on experience

Start Date: Required as soon as possible

We are seeking a calm, highly organised and supportive Examinations Manager to oversee the planning, administration and delivery of all mock and public examinations across our Senior School and Sixth Form.

This is a key role within school examinations administration, ensuring exams are delivered securely, efficiently and in full compliance with JCQ regulations, while supporting students throughout the process.

The Role

As an Examinations Manager, you will take responsibility for the full exam cycle, including the organisation, administration and delivery of both internal and external examinations. You will lead a team of invigilators and work closely with teaching staff, senior leaders and examination boards.

This role is central to ensuring the smooth running of all GCSE and A-Level exam administration processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all exam timetables (mock and public examinations)


• Oversee exam entries, registrations and data submissions


• Act as the key point of contact for examination boards and JCQ compliance


• Manage full exam administration processes including papers, scripts and secure storage


• Recruit, train and manage a team of invigilators


• Coordinate exam logistics including rooming, seating plans and resources


• Support access arrangements and reasonable adjustments for students


• Liaise with departments, senior leaders and external bodies


• Manage results processes including EARs, scripts and certification


• Maintain accurate and compliant examination records and systems

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About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in an Exams Manager, Examinations Officer or school exams administration role (desirable)


• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail


• Confident managing data, systems and administrative processes


• Calm under pressure and able to manage competing deadlines


• A strong communicator who can support staff and students effectively


• Comfortable working in a busy education administration environment

Working Pattern

• Full-time role (c.40 hours per week)


• Year-round position


• Flexibility required during peak examination periods


• Availability required in August for results and post-results processes

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be working in regulated activity with children and will therefore be subject to enhanced safeguarding checks.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Why Join Us?

Join a vibrant and supportive school community where your work in exam administration plays a vital role in student success and progression.

Additional relevant skills: Exams Officer, Examinations Officer, Exams Manager, Examinations Manager, School Exams, Exam Administration.