Examinations Manager

Heathfield Community College, Heathfield, East Sussex, TN21 8RJ

17 days remaining to apply

Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
13 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
27 January 2026

Job details

Job role: Administration, HR, data and finance
Other support roles
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Full time: 37 hours per week Term Time plus some holiday working on the weeks of exam results Flexible working to be discussed at interview
Contract type: Permanent
Pay scale: Single Status Grade 9, Point 23 - 25

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed professional, with specific responsibility for the organisation of all public and internal examinations and other associated administrative duties.

Experience as an Examinations Officer with knowledge of JCQ/awarding body regulations and procedures would be an advantage, but not essential. Knowledge of teaching or working in a secondary school would also be preferred, but is also not essential.

We expect the successful candidate to offer meticulous attention to detail, a high level in communication and ICT skills and relevant qualifications. You will need a good understanding of Information Systems and have excellent skills in Microsoft Excel.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you an opportunity to join a highly welcoming, friendly and dedicated support staff team. The support staff at Heathfield Community College are an integral cog in the workings of the College. Roles vary across the site including administration, classroom support, department specific technicians, pastoral support, site staff and cleaners. Every role is important and Heathfield Community College believes the work the support staff carry out is extremely valuable. By working together and doing the best we can do, the team help to make sure that our students are safe, happy and ready to achieve.

Flexible working opportunities

Flexible working to be discussed at interview

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.