Peter Symonds College
Hampshire
£26,666 - £30,960 per year
Salary:
Membership of LGPS, free parking
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
26 October 2025
Apply by:
17 September 2025
Job overview
Position: Exams Officer (Full-Time, Permanent)
Full time – 37 hours per week 52 weeks a year (permanent)
Salary in the range £26,666 - £30,960 per annum (spine point 10-15)
Peter Symonds is a vibrant sixth form college in Winchester which has been rated by Ofsted as 'outstanding' in every respect. We have a large team of committed and talented staff who are at the heart of the success of the College.
About the Role
You will join a well-established Exams Team to oversee all aspects with the administration and organisation of public and internal examinations ensuring the relevant Awarding Bodies and JCQ regulatory requirements are met.
About You
* You will have experience of working with a school or college exams team or similar
* You will be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office, highly organised and able to work methodically, accurately and to tight deadlines
* You will have a professional and customer focused approach to all aspects of your work
* You will demonstrate the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, students and external customers in a confident manner
* Experience of student records systems will be beneficial
Although the average hours for the post are 37 per week, you will be required to work in excess of these hours in the approach to, and during, the main exam season which is typically from March to the end of June. Time off in lieu will then be given at other times.
This is a rewarding role for someone who will enjoy being part of an experienced, friendly and supportive team which makes such a vital contribution to student achievement.
Closing date: 12 noon, Wednesday 17 September 2025
Interview date: Thursday 25 September 2025
More details and information on how to apply are available on our website at
If you require further assistance please phone the Personnel Department on or email quoting the reference number.
We are dedicated to safeguarding the students in our care. To that end, a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced disclosure will be required in the event of an individual being offered a position within our College. Our staff undertake regular safeguarding and Prevent training and are subject to ongoing safeguarding scrutiny. Please note, it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from working with children.
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About Peter Symonds College
Peter Symonds College
Owens Road, Winchester
Hampshire
SO22 6RX
United Kingdom
Peter Symonds College is a sixth form provider in Winchester, Hampshire with approximately 4,000 students aged 16-19, the majority of whom are studying A level. There is also a thriving adult provision with around 3,000 enrolments each year, ranging from leisure to HE and including teacher training. The College has two co-educational boarding houses accommodating over 70 students, including those from the Falklands Islands overseas territory.
The town of Winchester has a population of 45,000, and is known for its landmark cathedral and for an exceptional range of cultural activities. It is frequently cited in surveys as one of the best places to live in the UK. The College is a five minute walk from Winchester rail station.
Principal
Sara Russell
Values and vision
'Counting in Ones' is our motto and is the key principle which guides everything we do. Value added is good and the large majority of our students progress to higher education, many to Russell Group universities. A large number of our students each year, usually around fifty, are able to secure places at the prestigious Oxford and Cambridge Universities. Pastoral support is well resourced and students also benefit from an unusual range of music, sporting and other enrichment opportunities.
Ofsted
Peter Symonds College is celebrating 20 years as an Ofsted Outstanding provider, following a recent inspection which assessed the College as Outstanding in every area of its work. The prestigious accolade follows a rigorous four-day review, which saw inspectors engaging with students, parents, staff, stakeholders, governors and the College's leadership team.
The inspectors found that "students enjoy learning in an environment where they are encouraged to excel" and they were "part of a deeply inclusive environment that celebrates and respects diversity". The College was commended for an "outstanding quality of education", a "culture that drives exceptional outcomes for all students", and "exceptionally well-coordinated support".
Principal Sara Russell said: "Symonds is a special place. I am thrilled that Ofsted's latest report captures the whole spectrum of things that make Symonds exceptional. I am incredibly proud of this College and the unparalleled experience it offers students, and I am so pleased to see this work recognised by Ofsted.
"The report reflects the collective effort and dedication of the entire Symonds community. It rightly celebrates the warm, diverse and supportive environment here which allows our students to thrive and pursue their ambitions."
Highlights from the Ofsted report include:
* "Students achieve in excess of the progress that would be expected."
* "Students appreciate the diverse range of high-quality enrichment opportunities, including career related events, music ensembles and sporting activities."
* "Teachers structure lessons skillfully, enabling students to deepen their understanding and retain knowledge effectively, which supports them to make exceptional progress in their studies."
* "Teachers plan highly inspiring and interactive lessons that encourage students to explore challenging concepts and develop the resilience and confidence needed to succeed in their studies."
* "All students, including those with SEND and high needs, thrive academically and make substantial progress from their starting points."
Inspectors also praised the College's drive to prepare students for their future lives by nurturing "employability skills such as research, time management and resilience". The report highlighted that students were given opportunities to attend, participate and lead "subject-specific enrichment experiences, workshops and extracurricular events".
Sara Russell added: "'Peter Symonds College is proud to share the progress we have made since our last inspection, building on our strengths with a heightened commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We believe in fostering an environment where our entire college community can thrive. Alongside this, we have made significant investments in our campus and student resources. A highlight is the construction of our state-of-the-art music facility which is set to offer students access to the finest musical resources in the region.
"Our unwavering dedication to continuous improvement reflects our ongoing mission to provide the highest quality education experience. We work incredibly hard to develop and maintain a remarkable offer for our students, and to provide a balanced, well-rounded education where they can be happy and successful. It is great to see this recognised by the inspectors."
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