Interim Exam Manager in Sheffield

Your new company

Are you the person who colour-codes calendars for fun, spots a typo from a mile away and somehow keeps calm when everyone else is in exam-season panic mode? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you! A welcoming and well-respected secondary school in Sheffield is seeking an experienced interim Examination Manager to join their dedicated support team. The school is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and ambitious learning environment where students can thrive, and where staff are valued for the vital contribution they make every day.

Your new role

As interim Examination Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the smooth running of all internal and external examinations, ensuring every process is delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with awarding body regulations. Key responsibilities will include:

• Producing and distributing examination timetables
• Organising and coordinating internal and external examinations
• Recruiting, training, supervising and managing invigilators
• Liaising with examination boards, staff, parents and students
• Ensuring controlled assessment marks, predicted grades and examination entries are accurately recorded and submitted
• Managing examination paperwork, compliance and regulatory requirements
• Supporting results days and post-results services
• Keeping up to date with examination regulations and attending relevant training

What you'll need to succeed

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive individual who can confidently manage multiple deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience working as an Examinations Officer or Examination Manager
• Strong knowledge of current examination regulations and procedures
• Excellent IT and administrative skills
• Outstanding organisational and time management abilities
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with staff, students, parents and external agencies
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider school team
• A positive, professional and solution-focused approach

All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references covering the last two years and must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check if one is not already held on the Update Service.

What you'll get in return

As well as receiving a competitive rate of pay, this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in an outstanding school. When you register with Hays you will be allocated a dedicated consultant who will be on hand to offer career advice and guide you through the registration process. Once you have completed this particular assignment, we will then be in a position to place you in further schools. By registering with Hays Education, you will also be eligible for our Refer a Friend Scheme, where you could receive £250 in vouchers T&Cs apply.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.