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Exams Manger
Job overview
I am looking for an Exams Manager who will join their wider department in delivering the successful provision for exams across the school. Our successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience in the organisation and administration of both external and internal examinations including entry, delivery and analysis of data, and management of the invigilation team. This key position plays a pivotal role in the success of our students' progress and is a busy and varied role.
The Exams Manager will liaise with school staff regarding entries and will manage the daily running of the exams. The successful candidate will have confidence in leading, guiding and directing staff and students in respect of the exams provision. It is essential that applicants have experience and working knowledge in accordance with the examination regulations within schools or colleges, are proficient users with the software Exams Organiser and further experience in admissions is desirable.
Associated responsibilities will include the following;
- Entering pupils for public examinations using electronic data interchange where possible and ensuring a manual back up and liaising with Exams Managers/Officers at all Trust Schools to ensure entries are made and results are forwarded.
- To liaise with caretaking staff with regard to the setting up of exam rooms ensuring that name cards and exam papers are set out prior to commencement of exams and that a suitable seating plan is in place.
Production of timetables as follows:
- Production of timetable for students, staff and parents
- Advise SLT of timetable classes so that appropriate supervision and rooms can be arranged
- Book external invigilators and create invigilation timetable
- Start and finish all exams both public and internal
- Security: To ensure that exam papers are checked and stored safely in accordance with exam board rules.
- SEN Requirements: To apply to exam boards for access arrangements for AEN students and liaise with AEN Department with regard to number of TA's needed for each exam.
- Management: Be responsible for the day to day supervision of examination invigilators and their necessary training.
Results:
- Download results by EDI prior to publication of results
- Produce result statements for students
- Attend school on Results Day
- Deal with any appeals/return of exam papers
- Check and collate certificates
- Review: Develop an annual report regarding efficacy of examination arrangements and suggest recommendations for development and practice.
If you are interested in this position please contact Chloe Brown on 0204
