Job Description
Job Title: Exams Manager\n Location: Birmingham\n Start Date: ASAP\n Hours: Full-time\n\nMonarch Education is currently seeking an experienced and organised Exams Manager to join a reputable secondary school in Birmingham. This is a full-time position, with an immediate start, providing a fantastic opportunity for an individual with strong administrative and organisational skills to make an impact within an established team.\n\nAs the Exams Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth running of all aspects of internal and external examinations within the school, ensuring compliance with examination regulations and maintaining a positive exam experience for both students and staff.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nOversee the administration and coordination of all internal and external examinations.\n\nEnsure that examination procedures comply with JCQ (Joint Council for Qualifications) regulations and awarding body requirements.\n\nOrganise exam timetables, including liaising with teachers and students to ensure correct exam schedules.\n\nManage exam invigilators, including recruitment, training, and deployment.\n\nHandle exam entries, ensuring accurate recording and submission of candidates for all qualifications.\n\nEnsure that access arrangements for students with additional needs are organised and compliant.\n\nCoordinate results day, including distributing results and providing necessary support to students and staff.\n\nMaintain and manage the exams budget and ensure resources are used efficiently.\n\nKeep up to date with changes to exams policies, regulations, and technology to ensure the school remains fully compliant.\n\nRequirements:\n\nProven experience as an Exams Officer/Manager or in a similar role within an educational setting.\n\nIn-depth knowledge of JCQ regulations and examination procedures.\n\nStrong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.\n\nExcellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with staff, students, and external exam bodies.\n\nAttention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks.\n\nAbility to manage and coordinate a team of invigilators effectively.\n\nA proactive attitude with excellent problem-solving skills.\n\nFamiliarity with exam software and systems for managing entries, results, and timetables is desirable.\n\nExperience working within a school or education setting is preferred.\n\nMonarch Education are proud to be a leading recruitment specialist in the Education industry. We are passionate about our people and the services we provide to our candidates.
Working with Monarch Education will give you access too:\n\nFlexible working opportunities\nAffinity Academy - continuous learning and development!\nA Refer a Friend Scheme giving you a bonus of up to £200\nExclusive vacancies within local Schools and Multi Academy Trusts\nCompetitive daily ratesTo learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website