Exam Officer and Administrator Hayes | Full Time | Permanent / Temp-to-Perm Salary: £25,851 (actual salary) Start Date: January 2026 An oversubscribed, successful secondary school in Hayes are looking for an organised and experienced Exams Officer to start in January The Role Playing a pivotal role, as an Exams Officer you would be responsible for the administration, management and smooth operation of all internal and external examinations ensuring in according with school policy and awarding bodies. You would oversee managing all examinations through the academic year including examination entries for internal and national exams. Additionally, you would support providing general administration support when required. This role has set working hours; however, some flexibility is required during busy examination periods. On occasion, you may need to start earlier, finish later, or work additional hours. The School This oversubscribed school has excellent staff retention, and you would be joining a dynamic, diverse and passionately committed team of teachers and professional staff who put the students at the heart of everything they do. Why Join This School? As an examinations officer you would have access to: * Modern, well-equipped facilities * A supportive, inclusive culture that prioritises staff wellbeing * Strong leadership focused on professional development and manageable workloads * Rated GOOD in all areas by Ofsted (September 2024), with praise for staff support * Term time only working hours Key Responsibilities * Ensure secure storage of examination materials, process examination entries, and manage the distribution of results. * Oversee invigilator recruitment and training, ensuring examinations are conducted in line with JCQ regulations and school standards. * Liaise with staff and students to communicate procedures, timetables, and access arrangements, ensuring all necessary resources are in place. * Assist with the development and monitoring of the examinations budget Person Specification We are looking for an Examinations officer with: * Previous experience in exams administration or school administration (essential) * Proven experience with school systems and operations (Bromcom SIMS, Arbor) * Good communication and ability to work with staff, students and external bodies * Ability to work effectively under pressure and keep to strict deadline * Knowledgeable on examination boards specifications and regulations What’s on offer * A supportive and collaborative environment * A positive relationship-led culture * Professional career development Why Apply via Apex Educ8? At Apex Educ8, we pride ourselves on supporting both schools and educators with integrity and professionalism. When you work with us, you will: * Have a dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and career guidance. * Receive pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) – ensuring fairness and transparency. Application Process If you believe you meet the criteria for this exciting Exams Officer opportunity, please apply now or contact Apex Educ8 directly. * All applicants must hold appropriate qualifications and training. * For teaching roles, a formally recognised teaching qualification is essential. * If you do not hear back within 5 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful. However, we will keep your details on file and continue to support your job search within education. Safeguarding Commitment Apex Educ8 follows stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check