Hours of work:  32.5 hours per week:  8am - 3pm Monday – Friday (including half an hour unpaid lunch).  38 term weeks (not including INSET Days), plus 2 weeks (10 days or equivalent hours) across the school holidays (40 weeks per year).

Attendance will be required in school in August during the week of the GCSE results. 

It is important that the successful candidate is flexible with their time as, during exam seasons, it may be necessary to finish after 4:00pm at times, and this can be recognised via overtime or flexible working arrangements.                        

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and efficient Exams Officer to join Henley-in-Arden School based in the beautiful Warwickshire countryside. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed professional to oversee and manage all our examination processes which will require effective liaison with Exam Boards, students, staff and Senior Leadership.  The successful candidate will ensure the organisation and delivery of internal and external examinations within the school in accordance with local and national guidance. We can offer training on the job for this post. 

The Examinations Officer is responsible for the organisation and smooth running of both internal and external examinations. The officer acts as the primary liaison between the school and external examination bodies. They will be familiar with the requirements and regulations placed on schools by both awarding bodies and the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) and will ensure that the school is compliant with these before, during, and after examination periods.  

The nature of this role means that there are peaks and troughs throughout the year with the summer term being particularly busy.  The postholder will be responsible for managing their own time across the year as determined by the needs at the role. 

Experience of exam administration is desirable although not essential. External training will be provided if required. 

The successful applicant will have excellent prioritisation and organisation skills and a keen eye for detail.  A high level of IT proficiency is particularly important.  Team working and leadership skills are important as the Exams Officer will work closely with curriculum leaders and support staff and will lead a team of Exam Invigilators. The post holder will have contact with students and at times their parents, hence clear communication skills with a calm approach will be vital. 

As a Trust we truly value the success of every child, and we place the sharing of excellent education practice at the core of our values. We are committed to improving the quality of education and life for all our students.  The Trust operates from its hub in Knowle, to the south of Solihull.  

As a Trust we can offer you:

• A positive and innovative working environment surrounded by students, staff, parents and governors
• A collaborative and supportive attitude amongst staff which promotes a sense of teamwork and unity
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free onsite parking and canteen on site
• Free annual flu jabs (optional)
• The opportunity to share ideas as part of a Multi Academy Trust 

We can offer both a stimulating and highly rewarding experience in return for your motivational skills and good practice.  Opportunities like this do not arise very often we are delighted to be offering the chance for someone to join the team.  As part of the Arden Multi Academy Trust, there is the opportunity for exceptional training and the sharing of knowledge and ideas. 

Arden Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. 

CVs will not be accepted.

If you would like to visit the school or require any further information, please contact Sally Smith via ssmith@henleyschool.com or call the school on 01564 792364.   

Please access our website to understand why Henley is a special place to work: 

https://www.henleyschool.com

Click here to see more about working in our school: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzd-sZRAGaw

We are proud to be part of the Arden Multi-Academy Trust (https://www.ardenmat.org.uk/), partnered with three other schools in the local area including Arden Academy in Knowle. This support mechanism ensures that leaders collaborate and innovate together to provide an outstanding educational experience for our school, and provides continuous opportunity for further development for our staff. 

We reserve the right to close the position early.