04th March, 2026
Exams Manager
Full-time | Permanent
Salary: £39,903 – £44,962 per annum
Location: Northamptonshire
A well-regarded further education college in Northamptonshire is seeking an experienced and highly organised Exams Manager to lead and oversee all examination services across the college. This is a key role ensuring that exam processes run smoothly, compliantly, and in a way that supports students to achieve their very best outcomes.
The exams function plays a vital role in the student journey and is a central service supporting curriculum teams across the college. You will lead the coordination and delivery of all internal and external examinations, ensuring that processes meet awarding body regulations and that students receive a professional and supportive experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, organisation, and delivery of all examination activities across the college.
- Ensure compliance with awarding body regulations and national examination standards.
- Manage the exams team and coordinate invigilators to ensure smooth exam delivery.
- Work closely with curriculum teams and support services to ensure accurate exam entries and scheduling.
- Oversee exam timetables, rooming, and logistics to ensure exams run efficiently.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure all exam data is processed correctly and on time.
- Support students and staff with clear guidance on exam procedures and regulations.
What We’re Looking For - Experience managing or coordinating examinations within an education setting.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience working with awarding bodies and examination regulations.
- The ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- A proactive and solution-focused approach.
Why Join This College You will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking further education college in Northamptonshire that is committed to student success and delivering high-quality education. The college has a strong reputation for supporting staff development and fostering a collaborative working environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced exams professional to take ownership of a vital service and make a real impact on students’ educational journeys.
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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