Exams Officer
Contract type: 0.20 FTE plus all exam’s days.
Salary: based on experience
Start date: Sep 2025
As part of our commitment to academic excellence, we are seeking a dedicated individual to join our school as an Exam Officer. Could that be you?
We are looking for someone who is passionate about education and wants to make a positive impact on the lives of our students. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, adaptability, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and enjoyable environment.
About St. James’ School
St. James’ is a small and friendly, co-educational school with an outstanding reputation for first-class care and education for children between the ages of 11 to 18 years.
Excellent teaching and pastoral care in our nurturing and encouraging environment allow our pupils and staff to flourish. Our small class sizes mean that our teachers really know pupils as individuals and can provide tailored support to maximise achievement.
About the Role and You.
Contract type: 0.20 FTE plus all exam’s days.
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Start date: Sept 2025
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Administer all external and internal examinations, including liaison with the examination boards, ensuring all entries are processed in accordance with the examination board regulations and deadlines
- Keep up to date with the requirements of the role, including the latest procedures and regulations for external examinations.
- Devise and maintain office systems, including filling, records, agendas, minutes, records and other documents.
- Liaise with the SLTs to ensure that exam entries are processed accurately and deadlines are adhered to
- Prepare and update all examination entries, including financial estimates of fees. Provide relevant data in respect of entries, fees and late fees
- Be responsible for the organisation of the examination timetable, to ensure that appropriate rooms are booked for examinations
- Publish agreed timetables and seating plans to staff and students
What Are We Looking For?
We are looking for someone who has:
- A-Levels or equivalent (essential).
- Previous experience within a similar role.
- Invigilation experience with administrative and organisational skills.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- A strong work ethic.
Why Choose Us?
At St. James’ School, we are dedicated to creating an environment where both students and staff flourish. In addition to being part of an exceptional team, here is what you can expect:
- Access to a collaborative learning community.
- Coaching development.
- Excellent pastoral care and development.
- Refer a friend scheme with a financial reward.
- Wellness programme.
- Attractive life assurance package which is three times your annual salary.
- Free lunch.
- Company Sick Pay
- Company Pension
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How to Apply
To apply for this role, please fill out our Application Form and return this to recruitment@alphaschools.co.uk along with your CV.
We look forward to welcoming you to St. James’ School!
St. James’ School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.