About UsDiscover your potential and help us transform children's lives togetherWe're not your average school – we provide our children with an education that combines academic success with good character building to give them the best chance to flourish when they leave us. We are a school for the future, and it all starts with our talented and dedicated team.We are committed to being the best that we can be. 140 people come to work each day and deliver a wonderful experience for our students. We want to sustain a long-term career in education; we believe in working hard but taking care of one another, and having a flexible approach to work, all while enjoying the rewards of watching our students thrive.Whether you're a teacher, leader, or support staff member, we're all one team with a shared purpose, and shared values. We're curious to improve; not because we're not good enough but because we know we can be even better. We want to give you opportunities to grow and succeed, so we offer development at all levels. Whether that be supporting you through your degree or helping you to secure your first leadership opportunity, we can make it happen.We care deeply about creating an inclusive environment for our staff and students, and we encourage candidates from all different backgrounds and identities to apply. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion, by reading our Equality Statement.We're proud to be part of the Harris Federation, the most successful large multi-academy trust in the country. And with our growing presence in the East Quadrant, where we are expanding in Thurrock and beyond, there's never been a better time to join us!If you're passionate about education, and ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you! SummaryDo you have experience working within a school environment, overseeing examinations? We are currently looking to appoint an Examinations Officer to join our thriving academy in supporting the management and organisation of examinations at Harris Academy Chafford Hundred.The actual salary for this role will be £23,535-£25,388.83 (38 weeks per year, plus 5 days outside of term time, 32 hours per week). Main Areas of ResponsibilityThis role will involve:Responsibility for all public examinations and internal assessment, including organisation of entries, organisation of examination sessions and all communications with examination boardsLiaison between exam boards and relevant staffCirculation of information and instructions from examination boards to all relevant staffPlanning, updating and distributing an annual calendar of external and internal examinationsRecruitment, induction and training of invigilatorsDeployment of invigilators with regard to budget costsChecking and overseeing the distribution of certificatesProviding facilities for external students if appropriateIn liaison with the Student Support Services, organising appropriate support for candidates with special needsCollecting syllabus requirements, entries coursework marks and estimated grades from relevant staffChecking that sufficient quantities of papers are ordered, received and that procedures for storage of papers are adhered toEnsuring halls are set up appropriatelySetting up the examination room provision, including any equipmentCollecting scripts and keeping these securely until sent to examination boardKeeping certificates of posting and other important certification relating to security of examinationsCollection, collation and distribution of examination resultsProcessing special consideration requestsKeeping accurate accounts of any fees paid by studentsProviding entries lists to relevant staff for checkingCreating and distributing examination timetable for internal and external assessmentsEnsuring all students are given their statements of entry and are informed of the dates and times of their examinationsQualifications & ExperienceWe would like to hear from you if you have:English and Mathematics GCSE or equivalentDegree or equivalentKnowledge of the examination system and proceduresKnowledge of Microsoft softwareKnowledge of National curriculumThree years’ experience of working in an inner-city school or educational establishmentExperience in a similar roleStrong database skills, with the ability to produce user friendly dataThe ability to recruit, organise and manager exam invigilators Professional Development & BenefitsOur people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.Safeguarding NoticeThe Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.Equal OpportunitiesThe Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next StepsIf you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation.Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website. Safeguarding NoticeThe Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.Equal OpportunitiesThe Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.