Examinations Officer

We are seeking an Examinations Officer

as soon as possible to join our team. You will be responsible for the

organisation, administration and compliance assurance of all internal and

external examinations at Plume Academy, ensuring examinations and assessments

are conducted in full accordance with JCQ regulations and awarding body

requirements, and that the security, integrity and reputation of the centre are

upheld at all times.

The post offers an excellent opportunity

to work in our highly successful academy.

Personal

Qualities

The successful applicant will be

educated to Level 3 standard and will demonstrate high standards of achievement

and professionalism. You will have excellent written and verbal communication

skills and a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Highly

organised with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. Calm

and resilient, able to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines. Able

to lead and manage staff, including the training and deployment of

invigilators. Able

to build positive working relationships with students, staff, parents/carers

and external stakeholders. Committed

to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

of the Post Holder

The responsibilities of the postholder

will be in accordance with the Examinations Officer job description and

include:

Acting

as the main point of contact for all awarding body examinations and

assessments, providing professional advice to the Head of Centre on compliance,

risk and administration. Managing

examination planning, entries, timetabling, rooming, invigilation and secure

handling of confidential materials, ensuring full compliance with JCQ

regulations and awarding body requirements. Leading

and developing the Assistant Examinations Officer and invigilation team,

including workforce planning, training, deployment and quality assurance. Maintaining

robust evidence trails and documentation to support inspections, audits and

post-event scrutiny, preparing for and engaging with JCQ/awarding body

inspections. Supporting

access arrangements and reasonable adjustments, and managing examination

irregularities, special consideration applications and post-results services. Proactively

identifying and managing risks relating to malpractice, maladministration and

operational disruption to safeguard the integrity of the examinations process.