Exams Manager

  • Veritas Education Recruitment
  • Jan 15, 2026
Full time Education

Job Description

Examinations Manager

Start Date: March 2026
Location: Medway
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Grade B1 (NJC Points 20-30)
32,597 - 40,777 pro rata
Closing Date: 26 January 2026



About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded secondary school in Medway for an experienced and highly organised Examinations Manager to start in March 2026.

This is a key post with responsibility for the coordination, administration, and secure delivery of all internal and external examinations. The successful candidate will ensure that examinations are managed efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with awarding body regulations.



Working Pattern

  • 37 hours per week: 8:00am-4:00pm (3:30pm finish on Fridays)

  • Includes a 30-minute lunch break

  • Term time plus two additional weeks (aligned with examination results periods)

  • Flexible working options available, including some working from home

  • Opportunity to take a proportion of annual leave during term time, subject to operational needs



Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the full examination cycle, including entries, timetabling, invigilation, and results

  • Ensure strict adherence to awarding body regulations and examination security requirements

  • Maintain accurate records and systems related to exams administration

  • Work calmly and methodically under pressure, meeting strict deadlines

  • Liaise effectively with staff, students, parents, and external bodies



About You

  • Proven experience in examinations administration or a similar role

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

  • Calm, professional approach with the ability to manage competing deadlines

  • Confident working independently and as part of a wider team

  • Clear understanding of confidentiality and exam integrity



The School

The role is based at a non-selective, co-educational secondary school for students aged 11-18, located on a single modern site with free parking. The school occupies state-of-the-art facilities and places strong emphasis on student development, academic achievement, and community values.



How to Apply

Submit your CV or send directly to (url removed), applications must be received by 26 January 2026.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'