Exams & Office Administrator in Hove

🌟Join us as our Exams and Office Administrator 🌟

The aim of the role is to provide high-quality administrative support for learner services, examinations, and office functions across Aldridge Adult Learning (AAL).

The post holder will maintain learner records, coordinate examinations and assessments, support learners and curriculum teams, and ensure compliance with organisational and awarding body requirements.

Working closely with staff, learners, and external partners, the successful candidate will contribute to learner achievement, provide excellent customer service, and support the smooth day-to-day running of the organisation.

Reporting to the Office Manager, the Exams and Office Administrator will work collaboratively across AAL to maintain effective systems and contribute to the organisation's ongoing success and reputation.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented demographics.

Further details about the role including the full job description and person specification can be found in the document link at the bottom of the page.

Completing the application:

Candidates will need to create an account and are asked to complete all the standard information required on the application form. Please also address the mission alignment and capacity to meet the requirements of the Essential and Desirable criteria of the Person Specification and Job Description. CVs are not accepted as part of the application process.

We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date. The advert may be closed at any time.

Important Application Notice:

To apply for our roles, you must use a laptop, tablet, or computer. Mobile phones are not supported for submitting applications.

Please register using your personal email address. Work email addresses will not be accepted.

Disclaimer:

Any unsolicited CV`s sent to any member of our HR team on a speculative basis will not be recognised nor will we accept liability for any fee or commission should we subsequently employ a candidate who applied to us directly or was introduced by an instructed agency that may also have been submitted speculatively by an uninstructed agency.

*Please note we only accept applications submitted via Every HR Candidate Portal*

About Aldridge Education:

AAL is a member of the Aldridge Education family of schools, which locally also includes BACA, PACA and Dukes.

Aldridge Education is a charitable Trust of entrepreneurial community schools and colleges that help young people to reach their potential. We support our schools’ Principals and teachers in rapidly improving the quality of education on offer at early years, primary, secondary and sixth-form levels in order to transform the life-chances of our students

Operating Norms:

We believe that the way we operate at all times and with all partners is of paramount importance.
Our agreed operating norms are as follows:

· We are Aldridge Education

· The standard is excellence

· We champion equality

· We’re in the work together

· We behave with integrity

· We lead by example

· We use time well

References:

In line with our safer recruitment policy and KCSIE 2026 we cannot accept personal email addresses for referees in all cases two professional references are required. We cannot accept two references from the same employer. Please provide your current or most recent employer.

Candidates are advised that references will be taken up immediately after shortlisting. Candidates are asked to ensure that their referees are aware of the need to respond within the timescale set. In all cases two professional references are required.

Safeguarding Statement:

Aldridge Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

A copy of Aldridge Education’s Child Protection policy is available on our website at www.aldridgeeducation.org

Following successful application, Aldridge Education will conduct the necessary prohibition checks for all teaching staff, as well as for all candidates undertaking regulated activity.
If you are shortlisted for the position you are applying for, you will be required to complete a Declaration giving details of any relevant criminal offences and other relevant information relating to our safeguarding duty. Further information will be provided on that form.

Given the nature of the Trust’s activities and the regulatory framework it is subject to, any offer of employment will be made conditional upon a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and barred list check conducted by the Trust (where applicable to the role in question). It is an express condition if you are appointed to the role that you join the DBS update service.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This means that while some spent convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed, others may still need to be declared. If a conviction or caution is protected, you do not need to share it, and if you do, it will not be considered. For more details, please see the Ministry of Justice guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975.

Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

More information on The Disclosure & Barring Service can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

Equal Opportunities

To know and adhere to the Darwen Aldridge Community Academy equal opportunities policy and equalities legislation and implement in relation to job responsibilities in employment and service delivery.

Online Social media Checks:

If you are shortlisted for the position, Aldridge Education will carry out online searches, including a review of your social media presence, in line with our safeguarding responsibilities. These checks are conducted in accordance with the statutory guidance outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026. The purpose of this process is to identify any publicly available information that may present potential safeguarding concerns and to ensure that appropriate due diligence is undertaken.

Data Protection Notice:

In accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018, Aldridge Education will process any personal data provided as part of the recruitment process lawfully, fairly, and securely. Such data will be used solely for the purpose of assessing an applicant’s suitability for the role and will be retained only for as long as is necessary to fulfil that purpose. Once the retention period has expired, the data will be securely and irreversibly destroyed in accordance with Aldridge Education’s data protection policies.

More information on GDPR and the Data Protection can be found at Aldridge_Education_Data_Protection_Policy.pdf

Key Benefits of working for Aldridge Education

🌟 Join the Aldridge Education Family! 🌟

Looking for a fulfilling career with great perks? Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:

✨ Aldridge Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits.
💬 Employee Assistance Programme – Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it.
⏰ Flexible Working Opportunities – Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you.
🚗 Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, we’ve got your spot covered.
🌿 Generous Annual Leave – Start with a great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years!
🏦 Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
🤝 Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them on board!