Exams Manager in Reading

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a calm, organised and supportive Exams Manager to join the Senior Schools and Sixth Form team at Claires Court Schools from September 2026.

Claires Court is a thriving independent school offering education from Nursery through to Sixth Form. With a strong focus on developing confident, capable and well-rounded young people, the school provides a supportive and dynamic learning environment where both students and staff can flourish. The school’s values of Responsibility, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity underpin everything they do, creating a positive and collaborative culture across the organisation.

The Role

This is a vital position responsible for overseeing the planning, organisation and delivery of mock and public examinations, ensuring all processes are carried out in accordance with JCQ regulations and examination board requirements. The successful candidate will manage a team of invigilators and exam officers, coordinate examination logistics, oversee exam entries and access arrangements, and support students throughout the examination process. This role would suit someone with previous examinations experience within an educational setting, excellent organisational skills and a meticulous attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all Senior School and Sixth Form examinations
• Create and oversee examination timetables and seating plans
• Liaise with examination boards, teaching staff and external organisations
• Recruit, train and supervise invigilators
• Coordinate examination entries, amendments and coursework submissions
• Ensure compliance with JCQ regulations and examination procedures
• Organise examination rooms and invigilation schedules
• Support students with access arrangements and reasonable adjustments
• Manage the secure handling and distribution of examination papers and results
• Process enquiries about results, reviews and access to scripts requests
• Maintain accurate examination records and data systems
• Assist with results days and post-results services in August

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience managing or supporting examinations within a school or college setting
• Strong understanding of JCQ regulations and examination procedures
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong IT skills, including experience handling examination data systems
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Confident communication and leadership skills
• A supportive and approachable manner when working with students and staff
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of examination administration processes
• Experience creating seating plans and managing access arrangements
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience coordinating teams and managing workloads
• Confident using laptops, spreadsheets and online systems
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately

Benefits

• Supportive and positive working environment
• Opportunity to work within a well-established independent school
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Varied and rewarding role within a collaborative team
• Involvement in the wider life of a vibrant school community

How to Apply

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “Apply” today and you will be directed to our website where you can download an application pack. Closing Date: 22nd June 2026

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

It is the policy of Claires Court Schools to ensure equality of opportunity for all members of staff, both teaching and non-teaching.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS

In accordance with our Recruitment of Ex-offenders Policy, you are advised that all posts within the School will have the opportunity for unsupervised contact with children and therefore all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-declaration form to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not “protected” as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.