Exams Administrator

VacanciesExams AdministratorBack to vacanciesType of Position:Support staff - PermanentSchool:Twynham TGSSalary:£22,134 to £23,270 per annumStart Date:ASAP (subject to pre-start checks)Closing Date: Fri 7 Nov 2025 at 9amStart dateASAP (subject to pre-start checks)Contract termPermanentWorking hours37 hours per weekWeeks per yearSchool term-times, Trust Training days, INSET days + 1 week in the school holidaysGrade 6Salary range(per annum)Support staff salary points 6 – 9£23,893 to £25,119 (FTE)£22,134 to £23,270 (pro rata)LocationTwynham School and The Grange School (‘Twynham TGS’)Reports toSenior Examinations OfficerAbout The PostWe are seeking a passionate, energetic and ambitious Exams Administrator to join us as we continue to transform education across our town. Twynham School and The Grange School (collectively known as ‘Twynham TGS’) have a federated staffing structure, with an ambitious and progressive vision for the education provided by our two schools. Twynham School is a very special place with an excellent reputation both locally and nationally. We are a heavily over-subscribed school where achievement is exceptionally high, students are well-behaved and eager to learn, and relationships are very special. There is an energy about Twynham School; we are entering an exciting decade for the school, our Trust and our community; and successful applicants can be confident that they will be working in a truly great environment.We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to:Assist the Exams Officers at Twynham and The Grange Schools to ensure all internal and external student examinations are effectively planned and organised in a timely manner in accordance with exam regulationsSupport the team of invigilators, making detailed arrangements for each exam sittingPlan and produce timetables, seating plans and id cards for all examsArrange the printing of exam papers and delivery/collection of exam materials to and from all venuesAssist in all areas of exams administration where requiredWhat We Can Offer YouA supportive environment working alongside dedicated and passionate colleaguesAutomatic membership of the Dorset Local Government Pension SchemeFree, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resourcesA trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resourcesLocal discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY storesAccess to national discounts on a wide variety of huge brandsA welcoming staff room with complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the dayFree on-site parkingThe opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trustThe opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South CoastWho We Are Looking ForWe would love to hear from you if you:Have an interest in educational issuesEnjoy the company of young people and othersHave a positive attitude and relentless optimismEnjoy taking the initiative and are a self-motivatorHold five GCSEs at Grade C or above, including Maths and English (or equivalent)are familiar with a range of school policies which may impinge on the conduct of public examinations, particularly those regarding health and safety, equal opportunities, behaviour management, child protection and special educational needs (SEN)are familiar with the Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations issued by the Joint Council for General Qualificationsare able to work as part of a team and also fulfil tasks assigned as a sole-contributorare pro-active in seeking guidance when requiredhave good IT skills including Excel, Word, Outlookhave meticulous attention to detailhave the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of different people and organisationshave excellent time-management and multi-tasking skillshave the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlinesare committed, resilient, robust, resourceful, keen and enthusiasticYou will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:Aim highKeep improvingDon’t leave anyone behindSee the bigger pictureAny questions?To discuss the post or your application, please contact Alison Brown on 01202486536 Ext 3054 or email us at recruitment@twynhamlearning.comHow To ApplyTo apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: recruitment@twynhamlearning.comOnly applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacanciesThe closing date for applications is Friday 7 November 2025 at 9am however, we reserve the right to interview earlier so encourage you to apply early. Interviews will be held on Friday 14 November 2025.Twynham Learning values diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote diversity throughout our whole workforce. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities to all job applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability status, gender reassignment, marital/partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/national origin, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. Only people who can evidence their right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy. We are committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes as part of our strong commitment to safeguard children and young people. An enhanced criminal records check will be undertaken on the successful candidate. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.Page Downloads Date Exams Administrator Job Description TS T... 24th Oct 2025 Download