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School Examinations Manager

Job Posted: 9 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Maidenhead

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

School Examinations Manager - Senior School & Sixth Form

Location; Maidenhead SL6 6AW

Full Time (Year-Round)| Approx. 40 hours per week | Salary dependent on experience

Start Date: Required as soon as possible

We are seeking a calm, highly organised and supportive Examinations Manager to oversee the planning, administration and delivery of all mock and public examinations across our Senior School and Sixth Form.

This is a key school examinations administration role, ensuring exams are delivered securely, efficiently and in full compliance with JCQ regulations, while supporting students throughout the process.

About Claires Court

At Claires Court, we aim to develop boys and girls to succeed in life. Our “Claires Court Essentials” philosophy, supported by our Key Values, nurtures confident learners with strong self-belief, curiosity and a positive approach to learning.

The Role

As an Examinations Manager, you will take responsibility for the full exam cycle, including organisation, administration and delivery of internal and external examinations. You will lead a team of invigilators and work closely with teaching staff, senior leaders and examination boards.

This role is central to ensuring the smooth running of all GCSE and A-Level exam administration processes.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and manage all exam timetables (mock and public examinations) 
Oversee exam entries, registrations and data submissions 
Act as the key point of contact for examination boards and JCQ compliance
Manage full exam administration processes including papers, scripts and secure storage
Recruit, train and manage a team of invigilators
Coordinate exam logistics including rooming, seating plans and resources
Support access arrangements and reasonable adjustments for students 
Liaise with departments, senior leaders and external bodies 
Manage results processes including EARs, scripts and certification
Maintain accurate and compliant examination records and systems 
About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Experienced in an Exams Manager, Examinations Officer or school exams administration role (desirable)
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail 
Confident managing data, systems and administrative processes 
Calm under pressure and able to manage competing deadlines
A strong communicator who can support staff and students effectively
Comfortable working in a busy education administration environment 
Working Pattern

Full-time role (c.40 hours per week) 
Year-round position 
Flexibility required during peak examination periods
Availability required in August for results and post-results processes
Safeguarding

Claires Court Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be working in regulated activity with children and will therefore be subject to enhanced safeguarding requirements.

Applications must be received by 8:00am on Monday 11 May 2026.
 We encourage early applications and reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Why Join Us?

Join a vibrant and supportive school community where your work in exam administration and school assessments plays a vital role in student success and progression.

Additional relevant skills: Exams Officer, Examinations Officer, Exams Manager, Examinations Manager, School Exams, Exam Administration

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