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