Location: Waddesdon
Overview
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated individual to assist in the effective organisation of our internal and external exams.
The successful candidate will be numerate and familiar with computer programmes such as Excel.
Previous experience working in an educational environment or exams office is desirable.
Some flexibility will be required to work additional days during the school examination periods which can be taken as TOIL (Time off in Lieu) during term time.
Term time only: Yes
Salary type: Bucks Pay
Salary Details: Bucks Pay Range 3 (16-20) £29,114 - £31,230 pro rata (actual: £15,604 - £16,738)
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Part-time
Closing date: 24/04/2026
About us
Waddesdon Church of England School welcomes young people into a safe and secure community where students are encouraged to succeed according to their unique abilities. Standards and expectations are high and learning is developed through a wide range of engaging educational opportunities. Our ethos is rooted and grounded in traditional Christian values which foster dignity and respect for all and compassion and sensitivity towards others. Self-confidence is nurtured through praise, encouragement, acknowledgement of success and celebration of achievement. Our learning culture enables our students to fulfil their potential as responsible and productive citizens, to be keen life-long learners and to be proud to claim that they are a part of the Waddesdon tradition, the "Waddesdon Way".
About the role
To support the Examinations and Data Manager in the accurate recording of examination courses on MIS, leading to the organisation and administration of internal and external examinations.
• Ensure full compliance with exam board regulations
• Work with the Examinations Manager to coordinate the preparation and submission of entries to examining bodies, including processing estimated and final entries to boards via EDI
• Work with the Examinations Manager to organise examinations
• Book exam rooms and draw up seating plans for all examinations
• Manage exam clashes and organise supervision
• Issue examinations timetables to students
• Work with the Examinations Manager to advise on Special Consideration
• Assist in the co-ordination of the team of invigilators, including recruitment, training, management and deployment of invigilation staff
• Take joint responsibility for secure storage of exam papers and related paperwork
• Working with the Examinations Manager, ensure the accuracy of Course Manager in SIMS
• Working with the Examinations Manager, reconcile data related to annual returns and the school census
• Download and distribute results to students (4 days in August)
• Advise the Deputy Headteacher on awarding body regulation on appeals
• Process exam marking reviews, script requests and re-sit requests in line with school policy
• Provide accurate, relevant and timely data following the public examination cycle
• Organise the administration of University Admissions Tests
See full job description for more details.
About you
Please see attached person specification.