Exam Officer

Pioneer Secondary Academy, Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire, SL2 4QB

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  2 October 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  18 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £27,146.00 - £30,201.00 Annually (FTE)

Exam Officer job summary

Pioneer Secondary Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Exams Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will ensure the smooth and efficient running internal and external examinations across the school. The post holder ensures full compliance with statutory and awarding body regulations, primarily the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) standards, maintaining the integrity and security of all exam processes

As Exams Officer, you will coordinate with awarding bodies, manage key dates and deadlines, support invigilators, and act as the main point of contact for students and staff on all matters relating to examinations.

Key Skills and Qualities

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Exceptional organisational skills - able to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and exam schedules with accuracy.

• Strong attention to detail - essential for handling confidential data, exam entries, and ensuring full compliance with exam board regulations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - confident when dealing with students, parents, staff, and external agencies.

• Problem-solving abilities - able to think quickly and respond calmly and efficiently to unexpected issues on exam days.

• Confidence with IT systems - comfortable using exam management systems, spreadsheets, and school databases (SIMS).

• Understanding of exam procedures and relevant body regulations - or a willingness to undertake full training.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team - self-motivated and dependable, with a strong sense of accountability.

Experience and Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate the following experience or who are willing to develop in these areas:

• Prior experience in exam administration or within a school/education setting (highly desirable).

• Experience managing or supervising others (e.g. exam invigilators or administrative staff).

• Familiarity with data entry, compliance processes, or handling confidential student information.

• A qualification or background in administration, education, or similar is advantageous.

  In return, we can offer;

  Commitment to safeguarding

  Pioneer Secondary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS record check.

  Early applications are encouraged, as we may begin interviews before the closing date

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Pioneer Secondary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS record check.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Pioneer Secondary Academy

• Organisation type: Free School, Sikh, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 612 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Pioneer Secondary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/pioneer-secondary-academy

Faith inspired education.

Pioneer Secondary Academy is a vibrant and inclusive school deeply rooted in our values of Respect, Aspiration, Integrity, Seva, and Equality (RAISE).

‘Mann Jeetay Jagg Jeet,’ which translates to ‘Conquer your mind, conquer the world’ encapsulates our dedication to nurturing leadership and personal growth.

We cultivate a school environment where exemplary behaviour and attitudes are the norm. Our school is a safe haven, where pupils are respected and valued, and where we welcome children of all faiths and none.

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