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About The Role:
As Examinations Manager you will hold overall responsibility for all aspects ofexternal examinations, ensuring all aspects are carried out efficiently and accurately in accordance with the regulations set by JCQ and the awarding bodies; liaising with external parties where required.
You will be the main school point of contact for external examination matters, undertaking all associated administration andorganisationrequired to arrange and support the examination process in school.
You will also hold responsibility for the coordination and deployment of invigilators for all external examinations
About You
- Experienced administrator with relevant experience in timetabling large-scale events or assessments. Knowledge of exams regulations and processes would be an advantage
- Experience working within strict compliance and data protection boundaries, holding the highest standard of confidentiality
- Strong organisational skills, and able to work calmly under pressure
- Excellentcommunication skills, and able to establish rapport and trusting relationships with colleagues, students and parents.·
- Strong work ethic and proactive can-do attitude.
Benefits:
- CPD through internal and external providers (including a subscription to National College)
- Employee Support Programme offering retail discounts and vouchers, a 24/7 confidential advice line, and counselling.
- Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
- Specsavers Eye care vouchers
- Auto-enrolment into a contributory pension scheme (LGPS for support staff, employer contribution 25%)
- Free use of the sports facilities
Key terms:
Hours: 32.5 per week (exact pattern negotiable)
Full time: 52.14 weeks per year
Annual leave: 25 days plus statutory bank holidays
Duration: Permanent
Location:Due to strict compliance this role will be based on site in the school. Ad hoc, infrequent working from home may be mutually agreed for specific work tasks on occasion.
Remuneration: The Essex Schools' Local Government Scale 7, Point 19 (within ranges 19 (FTE £32,031) - 24 (FTE £35,412). Actual salary £28,161 gross per annum
To apply:
Please view the full application pack and apply via the school'smynewtermrecruitment page:https://mynewterm.com/jobs/136443/EDV-2026-SHSB-97333
Applications Deadline: 4thMay 2026
Start date: 1stSeptember 2026 (with several expected handover days prior to this)
Interviews: w/c 11thMay 2026(flexibility will be given around commitments/existing role)
The need to appoint quickly means we reserve the right to appoint at any time.
If you feel you might need any adjustments to helpsupportyou during the recruitment process please contact us; we want to make sure everyonehas the opportunity toevidence themselves at their best.
Information about the School
At Southend High School for Boys, talent is nurtured and learning is valued. Challenge is welcomed, participation is expected and achievement is prized. Pupils are happy, and prosper at the school.
We are an oversubscribed grammar school, complimented on our latest (2015) outstanding OFSTED inspection on all aspects, including our success in promoting good pupil attitudes and behaviour.
As a grammar school, high academic expectations are central to our purpose, and these are sustained through an extensive programme of support and guidance. Pupils develop their confidence and enthusiasm through a wide range of creative, sporting and other endeavours.
Southend High School for Boys stands on a superb site within walking distance of Prittlewell Station and the centre of Southend. Pupils retain fond memories of their years at the school, and stay in contact for many years.