A high-performing secondary academy in Bournemouth is seeking a detail-oriented, highly methodical Lead Examinations Officer to manage internal and external public examinations for an immediate (ASAP) start.

Job Overview

The Examinations Officer takes end-to-end responsibility for the administration, security, and execution of all GCSE, A-Level, and vocational public examinations throughout the academic year.

Working directly alongside the Senior Leadership Team, SENCO, and invigilation staff, you will oversee candidate entries, timetable exam halls, secure paper storage, implement access arrangements, and manage results day logistics in strict compliance with JCQ regulations. This is a full-time, ongoing or permanent role.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage candidate exam entries, tier choices, and coursework submissions across awarding bodies (AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC)

• Create and publish examination timetables, rooming schedules, and seating plans for external and mock exams

• Enforce strict Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations regarding examination conditions and paper security

• Recruit, train, line-manage, and schedule a team of casual exam invigilators

• Coordinate with the SEN department to implement candidate Access Arrangements (extra time, readers, scribes)

• Download, process, and distribute results on official national results days, generating progress summaries for SLT

The School & What’s on Offer

• Immediate Start: Full-time, long-term or permanent contract starting ASAP

• Role Type: Full-time hours (52-week or Term-Time plus key examination weeks)

• Facilities: Dedicated examination control suite, secure safe room, and purpose-built assembly halls

• Location: Prime Bournemouth location with excellent transport and road connections

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a School Examinations Officer or Senior Assessment Administrator

• In-depth working knowledge of JCQ regulations, awarding body platforms, and access arrangement guidelines

• Advanced proficiency in school MIS software (SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom) and exam entry tools

• Exceptional organizational precision, composure under pressure, and staff management skills

• An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Examinations Officer position in Bournemouth for an immediate start.