We are seeking a Deputy Exams Officer to support and deputise for the Exams Officer in administering the Exams processes for the College, working with the exams team and supporting the divisions and staff within each area to ensure all awarding body and JCQ regulations are met successfully.
The successful candidate will have a high level of skills with Microsoft Applications, awareness of exams processes within an educational setting and be confident in the use of bespoke software.
With a good general education including 5 GCSE’s or equivalent to at least Grade C including English, you will also possess an NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent. You will have experience of working with effective management systems and administrative procedures as well as experience of exam and awarding body protocols.
Our Exams Officer will liaise with awarding bodies, be a point of contact for, the centre in matters relating to the general administration of awarding body examinations and assessments. They will work with the Exams Officer to proactively avoid malpractice among students and staff, support the head of centre by taking reasonable steps to prevent the occurrence of any malpractice/maladministration before, during the course of and after examinations have taken place.
Burnley College Sixth Form Centre provides first-class Further Education, University Education, Apprenticeship, business training and adult learning programmes, in the heart of Pennine Lancashire. Please also see our College Charter on the Burnley College website.
At Burnley College, we celebrate the diversity of all our staff, students and visitors. We provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to the best of their abilities and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all.
The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post involving regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.
To apply for this post, please complete the application form using the link below. If you experience any problems when completing the application form, please e-mail hr.recruitment@burnley.ac.uk
The closing date for this post is 5.00pm, Monday 16 March 2026
The location for this role is on site delivery.
Please be aware that the College does not hold a Sponsorship Licence, and as such is unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker Visas