Bishop Ramsey School
Hume Way
Ruislip, Middlesex HA4 8EE
Exams Officer
Salary: Scale 6, actual salary £25,236 - £25,992
Start date: April 2026
For an average of 30 hours per week, TTO plus eight additional days
Are you an organised, detail-focused and proactive Exams Officer, ready to lead and manage the school’s external examination process and key elements of internal assessments.
This is a pivotal role within the school, ensuring all examinations are administered efficiently, accurately and in full compliance with JCQ regulations. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, students, parents and examination boards to deliver a smooth and professional exams service.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and administer all external examinations and significant internal assessments
Manage exam entries, results, reviews of marking and coursework/NEA submissions
Ensure full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations
Recruit, train and manage a team of invigilators
Oversee secure handling and storage of exam materials
Communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and external agencies
Manage the examinations budget and associated expenditure
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Excellent organisational and administrative skills
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and Word (experience with Arbor advantageous)
The ability to work calmly under pressure and to tight deadlines
Flexibility to work longer hours during peak exam periods (balanced by time off during quiet times)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in an administrative or school environment (desirable)
We are offering this role on an 'annualised hours' basis, up to 1146 worked hours per academic year. While this equates to approximately 30 hours per week on a term-time basis (plus additional hours during school holidays), the actual working pattern will be flexible, with longer hours during peak times and the ability to work reduced hours during quieter periods.
For further information and to apply: https://www.bishopramseyschool.org/work-with-us/current-opportunities/item/1113/exams-officer
Applicants should use the Support Staff Application form HERE
Closing date: 10am on 11th February 2026
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Please note that we will review applications as they are submitted and the advert may be closed before the closing date.