Exams Administrator in Northampton

Exams Administrator

Salary

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

Essential

• 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.

Desirable

• 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.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 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
• High Street discounts
• Employee wellbeing programme
• 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.

To apply, please submit your CV and a short supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.

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