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Job reference ATR002927 Date posted 21/10/2026 Application closing date 13/11/2026 Location Blank Salary £26,017 per annum - £29,072 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience) Package 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year - Permanent Contractual hours 37 Basis Full Time Job category/type Blank Attachments Examination Officer JD - October 2026.pdf
- One Sixth Form College, Ipswich - 4 days per week
- West Suffolk College, Bury St Edmunds, 1 day per week
- 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year - Permanent
- Salary: £26,017 per annum - £29,072 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and detail-oriented professional to play a key role in the delivery of examinations across the College. Working closely with the ExamsTeam Leader at One Sixth Form College and West Suffolk College, Exam Officers,curriculum teams, Inclusive Learning colleagues and awarding bodies, you will ensure that all examinations and assessments are administered in full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations, maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, confidentiality and integrity.
The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating examination entries, timetables, invigilation arrangements, access arrangements, results processing and post-results services, ensuring that key deadlines are consistently met. You will be confident managing competing priorities within a fast-paced environment, taking a proactive approach to problem-solving and maintaining meticulous attention to detail throughout the examination cycle.
Working as part of a collaborative and supportive team, you will build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, providing guidance and support to staff, students and parents where required. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the student experience, ensuring examinations are delivered smoothly, professionally and in accordance with all regulatory requirements.
We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:
- Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
- Family friendly policies and flexible working
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Free parking
- Canteen
- Company events
- Access to various memberships and discount schemes
- Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
- Funded subject course development for your role
- Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
- Career progression opportunities
Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.
At Eastern Education Group, we believe sustainability is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a more sustainable future while reducing our environmental impact and supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.
As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.
As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.
This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.
The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.
The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
All data will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information about how we access and use your information please visit our website.
For further information, please contact: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk
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Examinations Officer employer: One Sixth Form College
Eastern Education Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee development and growth. As an Exams Team Leader in Ipswich, you will benefit from a permanent position with competitive salary and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' academic journeys while working in a dynamic educational environment. The Group values integrity and excellence, ensuring that you are part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality examinations and assessments.
