At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with exam administration and organisation at a top-rated college.
- Company: Join Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, a leader in education excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, health benefits, and professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team making a real difference in students' lives.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and excellent communication abilities required.
The predicted salary is between 25878 - 25878 £ per year.
Location: Stafford College
Full time, Permanent Position
37 hours per week
Salary: Examination Assistant: £24,725 - £25,021 per annum
Salary: Deputy Examinations Officer - £27,031 per annum
Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections.
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and suitably qualified individual to provide assistance with exam administration. This is a challenging role that will require excellent organisational and communication skills. The role will also involve liaison with Examination Boards, other staff, candidates and invigilators and assisting in the organisation of all College examinations.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- To undertake all areas of examination administration.
- To develop an understanding of the College Exams System (ProSolution) in the administration and production of Exam files to be sent and received from Awarding Bodies.
- To communicate with various Examination Boards, staff, candidates and invigilators.
- To organise detailed arrangements for students to sit their exams. These will include invigilation, rooming, timetables, access arrangements and clashes.
Required Skills and Experience:
- The ability to work under the pressure of deadlines, whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills with a good telephone manner.
- The flexibility to provide cover for peak periods, including some unsocial hours (early morning and evening cover) where appropriate.
- Previous experience of information systems used within an educational setting and has experience of examination administration (Desirable).
What’s in it for you?
- The college offers an excellent benefits package which includes:
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary sacrifice)
- Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget)
- 24 days annual leave per year, rising to 30 following 5 years’ service PLUS bank holidays and Christmas closure
- Staff parking available
- Health-related benefits including subsidised health scheme
- On site restaurant facilities and FREE early morning coffee/tea and toast.
To apply for the role of Examinations Assistant or Deputy Examinations Officer, please go to.
Examinations Assistant OR Deputy Examinations Officer in Stafford employer: Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group
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Contact Details:
Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group Recruitment Team
