Exams / Senior Exams Officer

Location: Kingswood, South Gloucestershire

Start date: ASAP

Type: Temp-to-perm

Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, term-time only

Salary: £32,275 - £38,080

Our client, a dedicated education provider within a Post 16/Secondary Academy setting, is seeking a skilled Exams Officer to join their team on a permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to an academically focused environment, supporting students through efficient examination operations.

Based in Kingswood, South Gloucestershire, the successful candidate will oversee the smooth running of examinations across multiple levels, ensuring compliance with exam board regulations and JCQ guidance. As part of a highly experienced team, you will play a key role in managing the logistical complexities of certification processes for both GCSEs and A-levels.

- Up-to-date knowledge of exam board rules, specifications, JCQ guidance, and relevant legislation, with demonstrated ability to interpret and apply these in practical settings. - Qualification at NVQ level 4 in Business and Administration, or equivalent, evidencing your organisational competence. - Excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to communicate effectively across different levels of the organisation. - Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, capable of managing multiple exams and deadlines efficiently. - Calmness under pressure, handling unexpected circumstances with professionalism and tact. - A caring, understanding attitude that respects and responds to students diverse needs and sensitivities. - Extensive experience as an Exams Officer, ideally within a secondary education context, managing a broad range of examination types and awards across KS4 and KS5.

The centre provides a comprehensive array of examinations and qualifications, working with multiple exam boards and levels of awards. Their team brings extensive expertise to managing the complexities and challenges of the examination process in a school environment, ensuring everything runs smoothly and in compliance with all requirements.

At Elementa, we pride ourselves on understanding the specific needs of both schools and education professionals. With nearly 80 years of collective experience specialising in education recruitment across the South of England and Wales, we are committed to offering a professional, approachable, and effective service. We work diligently to connect skilled candidates with educational settings that match their expertise and aspirations, ensuring the best outcomes for learners and staff alike. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Exams Officer to advance their career within a supportive and professional environment.

Contract & Recruitment Information

Elementa is the recruiting partner. Applicants shortlisted after pre-screening will be required to complete the Elementa registration process. This includes full vetting and background checks and an application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20), unless you hold a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the Update Service.

If you have the relevant skills and experience for this role, please apply with your full, up-to-date CV.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT

• Weekly Pay no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu.
• PAYE Contract unless otherwise requested, candidates are paid via PAYE, offering full employment protections.
• Training & Support access to free or discounted training, including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive. Dedicated welfare support from a candidate manager.
• Fair Pay Policy candidates are paid to scale, with any variations agreed in writing in advance.
• Additional Support Services access to partner services including tax, accountancy, and legal support.