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Exam Officer

Job details
Posting date: 06 January 2026
Salary: £15.69 to £16.69 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 05 February 2026
Location: LE1 1AJ
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Teacheractive Limited
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: SMcEXAM-8985

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Summary

Role: Exams Officer

Location: Leicester

Salary: £15.69-16.69 per hour

Hours: 37-40 hours per week

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a college in Leicester that is one of the UK’s leading sixth form colleges, with a strong reputation for academic excellence and student achievement. We are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and high-performing environment for students and staff

The Role

We are seeking a highly organised and reliable Exams Officer to manage the planning, administration, and delivery of all internal and external examinations. This is a key role that ensures examinations are conducted in line with awarding body regulations and college policies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the administration of all internal exams


  • Liaise with awarding bodies, staff, and students regarding exam entries, timetables and results


  • Organise exam timetables, seating plans, and access arrangements


  • Train, and manage invigilators


  • Oversee secure handling of exam papers and confidential materials


  • Maintain accurate records and exam-related data


    The Ideal Candidate

    • Excellent organisational and time-management skills


    • Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure


    • Experience in an exams or administration role (education sector desirable)


    • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and exam management systems


    • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and external bodies


      Why Join TeacherActive?

      As one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, we offer:

      ✅ Competitive pay rates (£25–£32/hr)
      ✅ Access to a wide variety of FE roles – both short and long-term
      ✅ Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
      ✅ Opportunities to work across top colleges nationwide
      ✅ Full compliance with AWR (Agency Worker Regulations)
      ✅ Recommend-a-Friend scheme – earn up to £100
      ✅ One of the UK’s most respected names in education recruitment

      If interested contact us on:

      01212003224 or sasha.mccrory@teacheractive.com

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



      Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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