Exams Officer in Manchester

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Exams Officer to join our fantastic team at Chorlton High School.

This is a Grade 6, full time post, working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 3 weeks including 5 INSET days. The pro-rata salary is £30,958 and the full-time equivalent is £34,237.

This is a fixed term role ending Easter 2028

To start once all pre-employment checks are complete

We're looking for:

We're seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a busy administrative environment. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy. The successful candidate will provide operational support across both functions, helping to ensure examinations run smoothly and that student information is maintained accurately to support school improvement and achievement.

Main purpose of the role:

The Exams Officer will support the effective administration and delivery of all internal and external examinations within the school. The postholder will work closely with both the Data and Exams teams and work collaboratively with teaching, pastoral and administrative staff to ensure examination processes are compliant with awarding body regulations whilst contributing to the accurate management and analysis of student data.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Liaise with examination boards to ensure compliance with regulations and deadlines.
• Manage examination entries, amendments, withdrawals and late entries.
• Organise examination timetables, rooms, seating plans and invigilation arrangements.
• Maintain accurate records relating to examinations and assessment outcomes.
• Provide guidance to staff, students and parents regarding examination procedures.
• Assist in maintaining the school's Management Information System (MIS).
• Produce routine reports for school leaders and staff including student performance data and statutory returns and data submissions where required.
• Assist with the administration of pupil information, attendance and assessment records.
• Adhere to GDPR and data protection requirements when handling sensitive information, including secure handling and storage of examination papers and confidential materials.
• Undertake training and development to maintain knowledge of examination and data management requirements.
• Carry out any other duties appropriate to the grade of the post.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and 15% for support staff
• Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk

Chorlton High School

Chorlton High School (CHS) is a diverse and innovative secondary academy committed to providing outstanding education. We are a mixed, multi-cultural, and multi-faith community with strong links to local primary schools, sixth form providers, further education colleges, and businesses.

Our students thrive on an exciting learning journey underpinned by academic rigour and creative flair. Driven by our core values, our dedicated staff ensure creativity, happiness, and success are central to every student’s experience. We aim to develop:

• SUCCESSFUL learners with foundations for lifelong success.
• CREATIVE learners who are imaginative risk-takers.
• HAPPY learners whose confidence comes from within.

CHS is recognised locally and nationally for educational excellence. Our ambitious and cutting-edge practices provide exemplary learning opportunities.

Our Ofsted reports (2011, 2016, 2021) highlight many ‘Outstanding’ features and our focus on nurturing and inspiring students;

‘Pupils enjoy coming to school because it is a caring and supportive environment where they flourish.’

‘Leaders and teachers collaborate across the Prospere Learning Trust to bring about purposeful, evidence-based change.' Ofsted 2021

Visit our website to learn more: Chorlton High School.

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application support contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email jobs@prospere.org.uk