Exams Manager in Rainham

Leigh Academy Rainham is on the lookout for a dedicated Exams Manager to oversee the strategic planning, management, and successful delivery of all internal and external examinations across the school.

Join our academy and benefit from:

• Impactful Leadership: The opportunity to take ownership of a critical, high‑profile function within the school, directly contributing to student success and the academy's reputation.
• Professional Growth: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve with all JCQ regulations and leadership best practices.
• Supportive Environment: Work as part of a highly collaborative and committed school community, with dedicated support from the Senior Leadership Team.
• Competitive Package: A rewarding salary package reflective of the seniority and importance of this management role.
• Generous Pension Scheme: Access to a comprehensive employee pension plan for your future security.

As the key point of contact for exams, you will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, department heads, staff, and students, providing high‑level support and guidance throughout the academic year. If you have significant experience in exam management or coordination, a proven ability to lead, and thrive in a busy, varied, and highly regulated environment, we want to hear from you!

This is a permanent opportunity, working 37 hours per week, term time + 2 weeks and offers an £25,712 - £28,344 per annum (£29,146 - £32,130 full time equivalent), based on experience. The working hours per week are 8.00am – 4.00pm (Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri) and 8.00am – 3.30pm (Wed).

Since opening our doors in September 2021 to our first 180 students, Leigh Academy Rainham has quickly become a sought‑after, oversubscribed school for ages 11‑18. We’re on a mission to inspire every learner, nurturing curiosity, compassion and ambition through a rich, challenging curriculum and a deeply inclusive culture. Our close‑knit community thrives on collaboration, human‑scale education, and strong pastoral care - ensuring every student feels known, valued, and supported. We partner closely with families to help our young people flourish as confident, culturally aware leaders of tomorrow.

Working in a brand‑new school is a unique adventure. We’re seeking staff with drive, creativity, and a can‑do spirit, ready to shape an exceptional academic and co‑curricular offer from day one. Bring your skills, talents – and your sense of humour – and be part of something extraordinary.

If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Holly Neve (Talent Manager): holly.neve@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 263. To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for. Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.