Data and Exams Officer Vacancy – Kensington

Position: Data and Exams Officer

Location: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, West London

Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent or Long-Term

Start Date: Immediate / As Soon As Possible

About the Role

We are working with a high-achieving, ambitious school in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea to appoint a meticulous and experienced Data and Exams Officer. This is a critical administrative leadership role responsible for the smooth, secure management of all internal and external school examinations, alongside the maintenance of pupil data systems.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations, managing data collection, and providing accurate statistical reports for the Senior Leadership Team and governing body.

Key Responsibilities

• Exams Management: Oversee the full administrative lifecycle of public and internal examinations (GCSE/A-Level), including entries, timetabling, seating arrangements, invigilator recruitment, and results days.

• JCQ Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all JCQ regulations, awarding body guidelines, and access arrangement protocols.

• Data & MIS Management: Maintain and update the school’s Management Information System (e.g., SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom), ensuring data integrity for pupil records, attendance, and assessments.

• Reporting & Analysis: Generate comprehensive data reports, tracking sheets, and performance metrics to support student progress monitoring and strategic planning.

• Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact between the school, exam boards, teaching staff, students, and parents regarding exams and data inquiries.

Ideal Candidate Specification

• Experience: Proven experience managing school examinations and data systems (MIS) within a secondary or independent school environment.

• Knowledge: Expert working knowledge of JCQ regulations, exam board procedures, and data protection (GDPR) compliance.

• Skills: Exceptional organizational skills, high numerical accuracy, advanced IT proficiency (particularly Excel and MIS software), and the ability to work calmly under pressure during peak exam periods.

• Vetting: An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to process a new one).

How to Apply

If you are an organized, detail-oriented data professional looking for an exciting new challenge in Kensington, please submit your updated CV or get in touch with our team directly.