Exams Administrator
Application Deadline: 8 November 2026
Department: EXM - Exams Team
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Dual Campus
Reporting To: Claire Murray
Compensation: £26,262.60 / year
Description
Permanent contract 37 hours per week - Monday to Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm and Friday 8:30 to 4:30 pm with 1 hour for lunch 52 weeks per year Purpose of the Job - Under the general direction and the day-to-day supervision of the Examinations Manager, the post holder assists in ensuring the provision of an effective and efficient Examinations Service. Bath College is an inclusive education and training community, providing learning for people with a wide range of abilities from entry level to Level 5 programmes. We are committed to meeting the needs of all our students. This is an exciting time to join the College.
All staff at the College have safeguarding responsibilities for the children, young people and vulnerable adults we work with.
The College’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people means that all posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and the Exceptions Order (1975). It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
The College will undertake safeguarding checks during the recruitment process including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references from previous employers and an online search. Shortlisted candidates will need to complete a self-declaration of whether they have a criminal record, spent or unspent including convictions and/or cautions.
The job posting can close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the effective and efficient day-to-day operation of the Examinations Office.
- Prepare, check, and input examination information into the College Management Information System.
- Register students, make exam entries and claim achievements for a wide range of awarding bodies.
- Schedule, prepare and oversee examinations.
- Organise onward dispatch of scripts and attendance sheets as directed by the awarding bodies.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of internal examination procedures and processes.
- Participate in invigilation of exams and on-line assessments as required adhering to JCQ regulations as all times.
- Assist in the digital upload of exams process.
- Participate in the provision of data in response to queries, in person and on the telephone, whilst adhering at all times to the Data Protection Act.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- 3 GCSEs (Grade C or above) inc. English Language and Mathematics or equivalent.
- LSIS Safeguarding Certificate (or a willingness to work towards one within a stipulated time period)
- A personal commitment to keeping your professional knowledge up to date and improving your capabilities.
- A willingness to undertake staff development, additional subject training and skills updating as necessary.
Staff Benefits
- Generous paid holiday entitlement of 30 days, exclusive of College closure days and public holidays. Pro rata for part time roles.
- One Selfie Day per year
- Contributory salary pension scheme (Local Government)
- Continuing Professional Development for all staff
- Laptop Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Private Healthcare Scheme
- £500 Refer a friend and earn a reward
- Subsidised cafes - at both campuses
- Employee Assistance Programme – Staff have access to this programme. It is a free and strictly confidential short-term counselling and support service (up to six meetings after an initial assessment session with a qualified counselor)
- The College offers an eye sight test for anyone who meets the criteria as described within the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations.
- Progressive family friendly policies (exceeding statutory requirements) that supports a health work/life balance, all staff are entitled to request flexible working.
- Discounted treatments at the Academy, Bath Campus
- Free parking at the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock
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Exams Administrator in Radstock employer: Bath College
Bath College is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both learners and staff. With strong professional development opportunities, including the chance to undertake a nationally recognised Level 5 apprenticeship, employees can build a rewarding career in learning support while making a meaningful impact on students' lives. The college promotes a collaborative work culture, generous annual leave, and access to employee wellbeing support, making it an ideal place for those looking to grow professionally while contributing to the success of learners with additional needs.
