Duration: Permanent full-time, term-time only plus two weeks. Salary: From £23,062.36 (FTE £25,622) to £24,005.67 (FTE £26,670) per annum. Progression is on an annual increment scale to £25,377.42 (FTE £28,194) per annum. Closing date: 27/01/2025 The Post The College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking Deputy Exams Officer to join the College’s Exams Department. The successful applicant will be required to work closely with the Exams Officer and to deputise for them in their absence, taking full responsibility for managing, organising and implementing all activities relating to examinations and assessments at the College. The post is available immediately on a permanent full-time, term-time only plus two-week basis (41 weeks per year). The core hours of work are from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday (90.01%). However, the successful applicant will be expected to adjust their hours and be able to start at 8.00am on days when external examinations or assessments take place. These currently take place for two weeks in November, three weeks in January and six to eight weeks in May/June, plus individual days when needed. The extra time accumulated can be taken during quieter periods during the rest of the academic year. The additional two weeks are normally worked during the results windows for consultation and assistance with enquiries, which takes place in mid-August and October. The post holder will spend a significant amount of the working day interacting with current and former students, so the ability to feel confident in the presence of and communicating with young adults is essential. You will assist with the collection, processing, and submission of entries for the external awarding bodies, so highly developed administrative and organisational skills are essential, together with a willingness to be flexible and adaptable. Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to stay positive and meet deadlines even when working under pressure is essential. Occasional evening work is required for which time off in lieu will be given. Salary The starting salary for this post is from £23,062.36 (FTE £25,622) to £24,005.67 (FTE £26,670) per annum. Progression is on an annual increment scale to £25,377.42 (FTE £28,194) per annum. Applying Applicants are asked to complete and return the Support Staff application form to the Personnel Department by email to jobsreigate.ac.uk as soon as possible, but no later than 9.00am on Monday 27 January 2025. When completing their application, candidates are asked to indicate: Why you are applying for this job Any experience you have of working with examinations within an educational setting Any experience you have of working with young adults Any experience you have of working as part of a team Any experience you have of working in a confidential role Your interpersonal, organisational, communication and administrative skills Your ability to manage an effective team Your ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly Your ability to prioritise and manage your workload and respond to complex demands Any other relevant experience relating to the post Reigate College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The college will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.