Exams Officer
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £32,275 - £35,693 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | Kingswood, South Gloucestershire, BS15 8BD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1536600 |
Summary
Job Title: Exams Officer
Actual Salary: £32,275 - £35,693 Based on actual weeks worked.
Full Time Equivalent Salary: £35,852 - £39,649 (CLF Grade E) Based on 37 hours per week, all year round.
Contract Type: Permanent, Term time only, plus inset days and two additional weeks
Hours of work: Full Time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Additional role info: Working Pattern = Monday to Thursday 7.5 hours per day 8am to 4pm with 30-minute lunch & Friday 7 hours 8am to 3.30pm with 30-minute lunch.
Provisional Start Date: March/April 2026 pending completion of pre-employment checks
Play a vital role in helping students reach their potential through outstanding exams provision:
To be successful in the post, we are looking for an Exams Officer with the passion and drive to make a difference to the lives of young people, for them to thrive and reach their potential with high quality examinations provision. The role will involve managing and leading a team of exam assistants across a double exam centre. This covers John Cabot Academy (11-16) and CLF Post 16 (16-19), both based on the same school site in Kingswood, Bristol.
The centre offers the full range of examinations and qualifications, working across a wide range of exam boards and levels of awards. The team are experts and hold extensive knowledge surrounding the complexity and challenges of examinations held in this school setting.
We are currently advertising both an Exams Officer role and Senior Exams Officer role at the same time. We have the flexibility to appoint to either role level, but we only have one role to offer overall. We will appoint the successful candidate to the role that best aligns with their interest, skills and experience. If you believe you can operate at a higher level, we encourage you to also apply for the Senior Exams Officer position.
About you:
You will have:
have an up-to-date knowledge of exam board rules, specifications, JCQ guidance, relevant legislation and/or demonstration of an ability to maintain awareness of a specific subject area and apply in practical environment.
demonstrates ability to operate at NVQ level 4 in business and administration or equivalent.
excellent interpersonal, good organisational and time management skills.
have the ability to keep calm under pressure or during unexpected circumstances.
have a caring and understanding attitude, sensitive and responsive to the needs of our students.
the capabilities to work as part of a team but also under own initiative
Desirable:
Have advanced knowledge of the full range of examinations and qualifications across multiple key stages (KS4 &5) and work in a fast-paced environment.
Significant experience working as an Exams Officer within a secondary school.
Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.
About Post 16:
The CLF Post 16 Academy is situated in South Gloucestershire, hosted at John Cabot Academy, and serves the students of Bristol across two local authorities. We are a centre of education for ages 16-19 offering a range of level 1, 2 and 3 vocational courses and a full breadth of A Level qualifications.
We are an Academy that values the diversity of our rich community and expects the highest of standards for our students and staff body. The unwavering ambition we hold is for students to flourish during their time of study with us, access an exciting and enriched experience, develop a resilience to learning and achieve their full potential.
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in the recent inspection, describing the provision as inclusive and aspirational. High quality teaching with a comprehensive careers programme support students to thrive at CLF Post 16; the provision’s ethos of “Care, Believe, Achieve” is fully realised. Students, including those who have previously had negative educational experiences, thrive with CLF Post 16, this is the result of thoughtful academic and pastoral support along with effective and strong safeguarding systems.
Why work at CLF?
We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.
We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
What we can offer you:
Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
Generous annual leave.
A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.
Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!
Recruitment timeline:
Closing Date: 15 March 2026 @11.59pm
*Shortlisting: 16 March 2026
Interviews: W/C 23 March 2026
*Applicants may be shortlisted and invited to interview as applications are submitted, or after the closing deadline. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.
We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.
As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs - a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.
Skilled Worker visas cannot be sponsored through this role, as it does not meet the requirements set out by government.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.
Actual Salary: £32,275 - £35,693 Based on actual weeks worked.
Full Time Equivalent Salary: £35,852 - £39,649 (CLF Grade E) Based on 37 hours per week, all year round.
Contract Type: Permanent, Term time only, plus inset days and two additional weeks
Hours of work: Full Time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Additional role info: Working Pattern = Monday to Thursday 7.5 hours per day 8am to 4pm with 30-minute lunch & Friday 7 hours 8am to 3.30pm with 30-minute lunch.
Provisional Start Date: March/April 2026 pending completion of pre-employment checks
Play a vital role in helping students reach their potential through outstanding exams provision:
To be successful in the post, we are looking for an Exams Officer with the passion and drive to make a difference to the lives of young people, for them to thrive and reach their potential with high quality examinations provision. The role will involve managing and leading a team of exam assistants across a double exam centre. This covers John Cabot Academy (11-16) and CLF Post 16 (16-19), both based on the same school site in Kingswood, Bristol.
The centre offers the full range of examinations and qualifications, working across a wide range of exam boards and levels of awards. The team are experts and hold extensive knowledge surrounding the complexity and challenges of examinations held in this school setting.
We are currently advertising both an Exams Officer role and Senior Exams Officer role at the same time. We have the flexibility to appoint to either role level, but we only have one role to offer overall. We will appoint the successful candidate to the role that best aligns with their interest, skills and experience. If you believe you can operate at a higher level, we encourage you to also apply for the Senior Exams Officer position.
About you:
You will have:
have an up-to-date knowledge of exam board rules, specifications, JCQ guidance, relevant legislation and/or demonstration of an ability to maintain awareness of a specific subject area and apply in practical environment.
demonstrates ability to operate at NVQ level 4 in business and administration or equivalent.
excellent interpersonal, good organisational and time management skills.
have the ability to keep calm under pressure or during unexpected circumstances.
have a caring and understanding attitude, sensitive and responsive to the needs of our students.
the capabilities to work as part of a team but also under own initiative
Desirable:
Have advanced knowledge of the full range of examinations and qualifications across multiple key stages (KS4 &5) and work in a fast-paced environment.
Significant experience working as an Exams Officer within a secondary school.
Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.
About Post 16:
The CLF Post 16 Academy is situated in South Gloucestershire, hosted at John Cabot Academy, and serves the students of Bristol across two local authorities. We are a centre of education for ages 16-19 offering a range of level 1, 2 and 3 vocational courses and a full breadth of A Level qualifications.
We are an Academy that values the diversity of our rich community and expects the highest of standards for our students and staff body. The unwavering ambition we hold is for students to flourish during their time of study with us, access an exciting and enriched experience, develop a resilience to learning and achieve their full potential.
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in the recent inspection, describing the provision as inclusive and aspirational. High quality teaching with a comprehensive careers programme support students to thrive at CLF Post 16; the provision’s ethos of “Care, Believe, Achieve” is fully realised. Students, including those who have previously had negative educational experiences, thrive with CLF Post 16, this is the result of thoughtful academic and pastoral support along with effective and strong safeguarding systems.
Why work at CLF?
We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.
We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
What we can offer you:
Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
Generous annual leave.
A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.
Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!
Recruitment timeline:
Closing Date: 15 March 2026 @11.59pm
*Shortlisting: 16 March 2026
Interviews: W/C 23 March 2026
*Applicants may be shortlisted and invited to interview as applications are submitted, or after the closing deadline. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.
We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.
As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs - a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.
Skilled Worker visas cannot be sponsored through this role, as it does not meet the requirements set out by government.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.