Exams Officer

Job Title
Exams Officer

Hours
37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Term time only, plus INSETs and 5 additional weeks, including the summer exam period from A-level results week to the first INSET day.
Flexibility is essential during exam periods — early starts (from 07:30) are required.

Salary
£27,152 – £28,751 (FTE)

Location
Cranbrook School, Kent

About Us

Cranbrook School is a selective co-educational boarding and day grammar school in the heart of Kent. With a rich academic heritage and a supportive community, we are committed to excellence in education and the well-being of our students. Our staff work in a collaborative and inclusive environment, helping to shape the future of our young people.

Main Duties

• Lead on all aspects of public and internal examinations and assessments, including CAT tests and NEAs
• Manage exam entries, results, re-marks, appeals, script requests and certificates
• Coordinate access arrangements and oversee examination provision for all students
• Manage a team of exam invigilators; book and set up venues as required
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of JCQ policies and ensure compliance across the school
• Attend examination officer briefings and act as a key liaison with staff, students, and parents on exam matters
• Administer university entrance tests
• Support JCQ inspections

Desirable Skills / Attributes

• Excellent ICT, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with a wide range of people
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload independently
• Calm under pressure and able to meet tight deadlines
• Previous experience in education or school administration is desirable
• Quick to learn new systems and adaptable to change
• Maintains strict confidentiality and professionalism

Cranbrook School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff appointed will be required to pass an enhanced DBS check before commencing employment.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. A copy of our recruitment policy is available on request.