Exams Administrator in Northampton

Hours

Up to 37 hours per week.

Part-time and term-time only arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.

Occasional evening and weekend working may be required during peak examination periods.

Location

Northamptonshire

Contract

Permanent

The Opportunity

A leading Further Education College in Northamptonshire is seeking a highly organised and customer-focused Exams Administrator to join its busy examinations team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong administrative skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering a high-quality service to students, staff and awarding organisations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accurate administration of examination entries, registrations, results and certifications, while supporting compliance with awarding body regulations and internal procedures.

Working as part of a dedicated Exams team, they will help ensure that students receive an efficient and professional service throughout the examination cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Process examination registrations, entries, claims and certification requests accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Maintain and update student records and examination data on the Management Information System (MIS).
• Respond professionally to examination-related enquiries from students and staff.
• Support the administration of both online and paper-based examinations.
• Assist with examination planning, scheduling and invigilator coordination.
• Process examination results and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure examination files and evidence are complete and compliant with awarding body requirements.
• Support students receiving examination access arrangements and concessions.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with data protection requirements.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the role.

About You

The successful candidate is likely to have

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in an administrative role.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to work.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure.
• An understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.
• Experience working within a Further Education or Higher Education environment.
• A qualification in Business Administration, Customer Service or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of examination administration processes and awarding body regulations.
• Experience using student record systems or Management Information Systems (MIS).
• Degree-level education or equivalent.
• The successful candidate will have access to a generous benefits package, including:
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Health Cash Plan
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discount on selected courses
• Opportunity to participate in an annual volunteering day
• Safeguarding

This Further Education College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

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