Exams Officer

Position Overview

Milk Education is seeking a well-organized and experienced Exams Officer to join a secondary school based in Gateshead. This full-time, term-time role involves managing the administration and smooth execution of both internal and external examinations in compliance with JCQ regulations and awarding body standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all examination activities ensuring adherence to JCQ and awarding body protocols.
• Handle entries, registrations, modifications, withdrawals, and candidate data management efficiently.
• Plan and organize examination schedules, allocate rooms and seating, manage resources, and coordinate invigilation staff.
• Arrange access arrangements and accommodations for candidates who need them.
• Ensure secure and correct conduct of exams including management of confidential materials and secure dispatch of exam scripts.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, school personnel, awarding bodies, and external agencies.
• Manage results processing, post-results enquiries, and distribution of certificates.
• Keep detailed exam records and monitor changes in regulatory and awarding body requirements.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in examination administration or as an Exams Officer.
• Thorough understanding of JCQ rules and examination compliance.
• Familiarity with awarding body systems and online exam platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and discreetly.
• Proficient IT skills and confidence in using multiple internal and external systems.
• Calm and composed under pressure, especially during peak exam periods.
• Professional, dependable, and proactive work ethic.

Additional Information

The position requires full-time availability Monday through Friday with term-time hours and extra hours during exam seasons. Salary will be determined based on experience. Milk Education offers competitive rates and potential for a temporary role to become permanent.

Applicants will benefit from a supportive recruitment agency that provides fast registration, high recruitment standards compliant with APSCo Compliance+, continuous professional development, wellbeing support, and opportunities to work in welcoming school settings.

Milk Education champions equal opportunities and is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Comprehensive compliance checks will be conducted for all successful applicants.