Exams Officer

Job title : Exams Officer

Contract type : Permanent

Hours : 35 per week

Working week : Term time + INSET + 4 additional days in the school holidays

Salary : CSET 8 £32,597 FTE. £27,066 prorated

Location : The Castle School, Thornbury

About the role

You will be responsible for the professional administration and seamless delivery of all internal and external assessments, ensuring the school remains fully compliant with JCQ regulations and awarding body requirements at all times. This includes registering students for qualifications, managing the security and safe handling of all examination materials, and coordinating the packaging and dispatch of exam scripts. Beyond logistics, you will recruit and train a team of external invigilators and work closely with the site team to ensure all venues are accessible and fit for purpose. You will also serve as a key communicator, providing students with timetables and statements of entry and occasionally supporting assemblies to ensure they are confident with exam regulations. On occasion, you may also be asked to assist with other appropriate administrative tasks relevant to your role and capabilities.

About you

You possess strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite, and have experience in managing databases and complex data input.

You have excellent organisational skills and the ability to work with meticulous attention to detail while meeting strict deadlines accurately and at speed.

You are a personable communicator who can interact confidently with a wide range of stakeholders and remain calm and measured when dealing with high-pressure situations.

You are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and will take a proactive approach to keeping up to date in examination regulations.

You hold a good general standard of education. While experience in an educational environment is desirable, it is not essential.

About us

Here at The Castle School, situated in Thornbury, we are proud of our strong track record of academic achievement and pastoral care for our students. We are passionate about teaching and learning; our students’ experience of education has a long-lasting impact and prepares them for life beyond school.

At the heart of what we do is our vision to be an exceptional school at the heart of the community where every student has the curiosity, skills and confidence to make the world a better place. We value kindness, fairness and aspiration for all, and expect that our students and staff will work hard, will be kind and will be respectful to one another.

We’re proud of our vibrant, thriving Sixth Form that continues to demonstrate and sustain academic and vocational success.

Following our Ofsted inspection in November 2021, we remain a ‘Good’ school. The report said of the Headteacher and Senior Leaders: ‘together they have ensured high standards in pupils’ behaviour. They