14th April, 2025
Exams Officer – Further Education College (Northampton)
Salary: £24,300 – £30,000 per annum
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Pension: 20% employer contribution (government-backed)
Holiday: 33 days annual leave plus 5 college closure days
About the Role
Think FE are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Exams Officer to oversee all aspects of our examinations process. This pivotal role ensures the smooth administration of exams, compliance with awarding bodies, and accurate maintenance of student achievement records.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the planning and execution of all examination arrangements.
- Serve as the primary liaison with awarding bodies, ensuring compliance with their regulations.
- Maintain comprehensive records of student achievements and examination outcomes.
- Manage the examinations budget effectively, ensuring cost-efficiency.
- Coordinate with academic and administrative staff to facilitate exam processes.
Candidate Profiles we welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria:
Experienced Exams Officer - Minimum of GCSEs in Maths and English.
- Proven experience as an Exams Officer within an educational institution.
- Demonstrated experience in liaising with awarding bodies and managing examination processes.
or Experienced Exams Administrator - Minimum of GCSEs in Maths and English.
- Substantial experience in exams administration.
- Ready to take the next step into an Exams Officer role with increased responsibilities.
What's on offer? - Annual salary of £24500 to £30,000 depending on experience
- Generous Pension Scheme: Benefit from a 20% employer contribution to your pension.
- Enjoy 33 days of annual leave plus 5 additional college closure days.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the college.
Next Steps Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.
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