Examinations Administrator

Parmiter's School, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 0UU

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  November 2026

• Closing date

  16 September 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  27 August 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £16,973.00 Annually (Actual) Salary Grade H4 (including London Fringe Allowance) + Local Government Pension Scheme

Examinations Administrator job summary

Working closely with our Examinations Manager, the Examinations Administrator will provide high-quality administrative and operational support, playing a crucial part in the planning, logistics and delivery of both internal and external public examinations.

The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and IT skills with a keen eye for detail. They will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and administrative skills. The ability to work calmly, professionally and efficiently under pressure is essential.

During the peak examination period in May and June, the role ideally requires an adjustment to working hours to include an early start, between 7:00 and 7:30 am, to prepare for the day's examinations. Availability in mid-August to assist with the administration of A-level and GCSE results is also required.

In exchange for flexible working during peak times, the school can offer flexibility in the working schedule during the year.

Experience of working in a similar role or in an education setting would be advantageous but is not essential. Candidates are welcome to contact admin@parmiters.herts.sch.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role or to visit the school before application.

Ofsted (2024) commented, “Pupils’ enthusiasm and excitement towards their learning is evident…Pupils' conduct and manners are exemplary… It is common practice to hold doors open for others and behave in a friendly, courteous manner. … Staff are extremely positive about the support they receive from leaders, particularly around their professional development and well-being”.

We can offer:

• A competitive salary with London fringe allowance and Local Government Pension Scheme.

• Staff well-being initiatives include an online GP service, an Employee Assistance Programme, and subsidised use of on-site electric vehicle charging.

• Complimentary use of a new on-site fitness suite.

• An admission policy prioritising the children of staff (conditions apply).

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Parmiter’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Applicants must declare any criminal convictions. The post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service and references from previous employers. We are required to conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online.

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 Parmiter's School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1496 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Parmiter's School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/parmiter-s-school-watford

Parmiter's is a partially selective 11-18 co-educational school of 1496 students, including 418 in the Sixth Form. Academic results are consistently strong and we remain the most heavily oversubscribed school in Hertfordshire.

Parmiter’s is an academy, receiving government funding as well as support from the Parmiter's Foundation, which owns the school and its site and continues to invest in the school’s development. Our accommodation, sports and many other facilities are exceptionally good, well-resourced and well-maintained.

In July 2024, Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in all areas, commenting, "Throughout the school, including the Sixth Form, pupils thrive. They receive an exceptional standard of education. Not only do pupils achieve high academic success, but they also develop into well-rounded, active members of society."

As a large secondary Academy, we have many opportunities for both teaching and support staff. Parmiter's is an exciting and enjoyable place to work. New colleagues are made welcome and supported by a comprehensive induction programme, which means that you quickly feel at home. Our involvement as a strategic partner of the Watford Partnership for Teacher Training has further broadened our CPD and INSET opportunities to support colleagues at all stages of their careers.

Parmiter’s School is committed to our vision statement:

Nemo sibi nascitur: our values of community, aspiration and opportunity
enable every individual to grow and flourish

With particular focus on:

the pursuit of excellence in all that we do;

providing a broad education designed to enable every young person to achieve their full potential and make the most of their talents;

creating a healthy, happy, disciplined and supportive environment which promotes an independent work ethic and a love of learning;

engendering respect for individuality and difference so that all will feel secure and equally valued;

nurturing a sense of social responsibility and spiritual and personal development;

fostering integrity, confidence, resilience, creativity, good manners and sensitivity to the needs of others.

Our primary aim is for each Parmiterian to be self-assured and caring, an active and well-rounded citizen with integrity, who respects others and contributes to society.

The Governors, Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team strive to recruit high-quality staff to the school. They are committed to maintaining high standards, encouraging and supporting effective personal and professional development and ensuring that Parmiter's continues to be a stimulating and progressive environment in which to work.

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