Exams Administrator - Twynham School

About the Post

We are seeking a passionate, energetic and ambitious Exams Administrator to join us as we continue to transform education across our town. Twynham School and The Grange School (collectively known as ‘Twynham TGS’) have a federated staffing structure, with an ambitious and progressive vision for the education provided by our two schools. Twynham School is a very special place with an excellent reputation both locally and nationally. We are a heavily over-subscribed school where achievement is exceptionally high, students are well-behaved and eager to learn, and relationships are very special. There is an energy about Twynham School; we are entering an exciting decade for the school, our Trust and our community; and successful applicants can be confident that they will be working in a truly great environment.

We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to:

• Assist the Exams Officers at Twynham and The Grange Schools to ensure all internal and external student examinations are effectively planned and organised in a timely manner in accordance with exam regulations
• Support the team of invigilators, making detailed arrangements for each exam sitting
• Plan and produce timetables, seating plans and id cards for all exams
• Arrange the printing of exam papers and delivery/collection of exam materials to and from all venues
• Assist in all areas of exams administration where required

What we can offer you

• A supportive environment working alongside dedicated and passionate colleagues
• Automatic membership of the Dorset Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources
• A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources
• Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores
• Access to national discounts on a wide variety of huge brands
• A welcoming staff room with complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the day
• Free on-site parking
• The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
• The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast

  Who we are looking for

  We would love to hear from you if you:

• Have an interest in educational issues
• Enjoy the company of young people and others
• Have a positive attitude and relentless optimism
• Enjoy taking the initiative and are a self-motivator
• Hold five GCSEs at Grade C or above, including Maths and English (or equivalent)
• are familiar with a range of school policies which may impinge on the conduct of public examinations, particularly those regarding health and safety, equal opportunities, behaviour management, child protection and special educational needs (SEN)
• are familiar with the Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations issued by the Joint Council for General Qualifications
• are able to work as part of a team and also fulfil tasks assigned as a sole-contributor
• are pro-active in seeking guidance when required
• have good IT skills including Excel, Word, Outlook
• have meticulous attention to detail
• have the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of different people and organisations
• have excellent time-management and multi-tasking skills
• have the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• are committed, resilient, robust, resourceful, keen and enthusiastic

You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:

• Aim high
• Keep improving
• Don’t leave anyone behind

Any questions?

To discuss the post or your application, please contact Alison Brown on 01202486536 Ext 3054 or email us at [email protected] 

How to apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: [email protected]  

Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here:  www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies