Exams Officer
Full Time - Permanent
Start Date: March 2026 (or earlier if available)
Salary: £23,951.10 - £25,388.83
(38 weeks per year plus 5 additional days outside of term time, 32 hours per week)
Location: Grays, Essex
I am recruiting on behalf of a well-established secondary school in Grays, Essex, who are seeking a highly organised and detail-driven Exams Officer to join their team on a permanent basis from March 2026, with the potential to start sooner for the right candidate.
This is a key role within the school, ensuring the smooth and compliant administration of all internal and external examinations. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders, teachers, invigilators, awarding bodies and students to deliver an efficient, secure and supportive exams process.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the full exams cycle, including entries, timetabling, rooming, invigilation and results processing
Ensure all exam procedures comply with JCQ and awarding body regulations
Manage and train the invigilation team
Maintain strict confidentiality and data accuracy at all times
Provide clear communication to staff, students and parents regarding exam requirements
Support students by creating a calm, well-organised and professional exam environment
The Ideal Candidate
Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
Experienced in administration, ideally within an educational or regulated environment
Able to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Confident using data systems and MS Office
Calm, reliable and committed to maintaining exam integrity
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a structured, process-driven role and wants to play a vital part in supporting students' academic success