Exams and Office Administrative Assistant
| Posting date: | 29 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | FTE £30,757 per annum (Actual SCP 22, £23,673 per annum) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 May 2026 |
| Location: | Welling |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3480 |
Summary
Job Advert
Join a Leading Trust in Education
Are you an organised and detail-oriented professional with a passion for supporting student success? Join a thriving school in the
London Borough of Bexley that is proud to be part of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), one of the country’s most respected
multi-academy trusts. With 45 schools across the region, TKAT offers exceptional professional development, strong leadership
support, and a collaborative network of colleagues committed to excellence.
About the Welling School
Welling School is a vibrant and inclusive 11–18 mixed secondary school with a thriving sixth form, located in the London Borough
of Bexley and part of The Kemnal Academies Trust. The school is committed to delivering high-quality education and fostering a
culture where every student is supported to achieve their full potential.
Offering a broad and balanced curriculum, Welling School combines academic excellence with strong vocational and creative
pathways, and is particularly recognised for its specialism in the visual arts. Modern facilities and a focus on innovation
support engaging and effective teaching and learning.
With a strong emphasis on wellbeing, personal development, and positive relationships, Welling School provides a supportive
environment for both students and colleagues. Its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development make it an
excellent place to build a rewarding career in education.
The Role of the Exams and Administrative Assistant:
* To assist the Exams Officer to maintain the effective operation of both internal and external exams (3 days) and provide
support for the General Office (2 days).
* Assisting with the registration of candidates for all examinations
* Assisting the Exams Officer by ensuring pupils are aware of their personal exam timetables, where required, supporting the
Exams Officer by resolving clashes in accordance with guidance and safeguarding procedures.
* Assisting with the logistics for examination sessions, including timetabling, room booking, resources and staffing with
guidance and procedures
* Assisting with support for the SENCO to implement access arrangements and reasonable adjustments as required
* Assist the Exams Officer in co-ordinating effective invigilation for all external public examinations and formal internal
examinations.
* Carry out necessary administrative tasks related to the organisation of examinations and examination sessions
* Arrange receipt, checking and distribution of examination results and certificates to candidates.
* To arrange for reviews of marking, retrieval of scripts and enquiries about results with the examination boards
* Ensure accurate upload and download of all student information and assessment data as needed both externally and internally
* Provide essential clerical and operational support to ensure smooth office workflows
* Provide back-up support for Reception/Staff absence, including providing cover for lunch breaks
* Provide administration support for the General Office and Finance and Office Manager when required
* Provide word-processing and Arbor support as required
* Provide back up support for input of registers on Arbor
* Assist with sorting and distributing incoming post, record and frank outgoing post
We’re looking for someone who:
* Has worked in an Administration environment
* Has worked with confidential and/or sensitive information
* Is competent with common IT systems, e.g. Microsoft Office, MIS, Google Suite
* Has high standard of communication (verbal and written)
* Has the ability to follow policies and procedures set by the trust, school and external agencies
* Has had use of management information systems (preferably Arbor)
As part of Kemnal Academies Trust, our colleagues enjoy:
* Access to a wide range of resources, training, and best practice across the Trust
* Supportive, forward-thinking leadership with a focus on continuous improvement
* Generous Pension Scheme: Significant employer contributions to support your long-term financial wellbeing
* Wellbeing Support: Access to a wellbeing app and an expert-led Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme
* Family Friendly Leave: Policies designed to support work-life balance and caring responsibilities
* Tailored CPD: Ongoing professional development to support your teaching practice and career progression
To find out more, visit our website here [https://www.wellingschool-tkat.org/] or contact the school office on 020 8304 8531 or
office@wellingschool-tkat.org [office@wellingschool-tkat.org]
Our Commitment
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
We recognise the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. We promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At Kemnal, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value
individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage
applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at Kemnal - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Join a Leading Trust in Education
Are you an organised and detail-oriented professional with a passion for supporting student success? Join a thriving school in the
London Borough of Bexley that is proud to be part of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), one of the country’s most respected
multi-academy trusts. With 45 schools across the region, TKAT offers exceptional professional development, strong leadership
support, and a collaborative network of colleagues committed to excellence.
About the Welling School
Welling School is a vibrant and inclusive 11–18 mixed secondary school with a thriving sixth form, located in the London Borough
of Bexley and part of The Kemnal Academies Trust. The school is committed to delivering high-quality education and fostering a
culture where every student is supported to achieve their full potential.
Offering a broad and balanced curriculum, Welling School combines academic excellence with strong vocational and creative
pathways, and is particularly recognised for its specialism in the visual arts. Modern facilities and a focus on innovation
support engaging and effective teaching and learning.
With a strong emphasis on wellbeing, personal development, and positive relationships, Welling School provides a supportive
environment for both students and colleagues. Its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development make it an
excellent place to build a rewarding career in education.
The Role of the Exams and Administrative Assistant:
* To assist the Exams Officer to maintain the effective operation of both internal and external exams (3 days) and provide
support for the General Office (2 days).
* Assisting with the registration of candidates for all examinations
* Assisting the Exams Officer by ensuring pupils are aware of their personal exam timetables, where required, supporting the
Exams Officer by resolving clashes in accordance with guidance and safeguarding procedures.
* Assisting with the logistics for examination sessions, including timetabling, room booking, resources and staffing with
guidance and procedures
* Assisting with support for the SENCO to implement access arrangements and reasonable adjustments as required
* Assist the Exams Officer in co-ordinating effective invigilation for all external public examinations and formal internal
examinations.
* Carry out necessary administrative tasks related to the organisation of examinations and examination sessions
* Arrange receipt, checking and distribution of examination results and certificates to candidates.
* To arrange for reviews of marking, retrieval of scripts and enquiries about results with the examination boards
* Ensure accurate upload and download of all student information and assessment data as needed both externally and internally
* Provide essential clerical and operational support to ensure smooth office workflows
* Provide back-up support for Reception/Staff absence, including providing cover for lunch breaks
* Provide administration support for the General Office and Finance and Office Manager when required
* Provide word-processing and Arbor support as required
* Provide back up support for input of registers on Arbor
* Assist with sorting and distributing incoming post, record and frank outgoing post
We’re looking for someone who:
* Has worked in an Administration environment
* Has worked with confidential and/or sensitive information
* Is competent with common IT systems, e.g. Microsoft Office, MIS, Google Suite
* Has high standard of communication (verbal and written)
* Has the ability to follow policies and procedures set by the trust, school and external agencies
* Has had use of management information systems (preferably Arbor)
As part of Kemnal Academies Trust, our colleagues enjoy:
* Access to a wide range of resources, training, and best practice across the Trust
* Supportive, forward-thinking leadership with a focus on continuous improvement
* Generous Pension Scheme: Significant employer contributions to support your long-term financial wellbeing
* Wellbeing Support: Access to a wellbeing app and an expert-led Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme
* Family Friendly Leave: Policies designed to support work-life balance and caring responsibilities
* Tailored CPD: Ongoing professional development to support your teaching practice and career progression
To find out more, visit our website here [https://www.wellingschool-tkat.org/] or contact the school office on 020 8304 8531 or
office@wellingschool-tkat.org [office@wellingschool-tkat.org]
Our Commitment
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
We recognise the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. We promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At Kemnal, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value
individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage
applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at Kemnal - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
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