Exams Officer
Falmouth School, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4LH22 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
10 September 2026 at 9am
Date listed
19 August 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time (Can be done as a job share): 20 hours per week (term time plus one additional week)
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- Salary range - £27,665 - £30,366 per annum
Actual salary
- £12,792 - £14,040 per annum (pay award pending)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to appoint an organised, meticulous and highly professional Exams Officer to join our team at Falmouth School.
This is a pivotal role within the school, responsible for the successful administration, organisation and delivery of all internal and external examinations, while also supporting the effective management and analysis of student data. Working closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, examination boards and invigilators, you will ensure that all examinations are conducted in accordance with Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations and awarding body requirements.
The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of the examination cycle, including entries, timetabling, access arrangements, invigilation, results processing, post-results services and certification. They will also play an important role in supporting the school's use of student data through Bromcom and other systems, producing accurate reports and analyses to support school improvement and student achievement.
We are seeking an individual with exceptional organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. You will be confident working independently, maintaining absolute confidentiality and building positive relationships with students, staff, parents and external agencies. Experience of examinations administration, school data systems, Bromcom and SISRA would be advantageous, although training will be provided for the right candidate.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
Outstanding organisational and administrative skills;
Excellent IT, numeracy and communication skills;
The ability to work accurately with meticulous attention to detail;
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently;
The ability to remain calm and effective when working to strict deadlines;
A professional, flexible and collaborative approach;
A commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.
What the school offers its staff
You will be joining a school which was graded Good in all areas by Ofsted in April 2025, and a Trust whose mission is to provide outstanding education for our communities, where everyone succeeds.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the success and outcomes of our students while working as part of a supportive and ambitious school community.
The Roseland Multi Academy Trust is a fantastic Trust to work for. This role will allow the right person to have a positive impact on the outcomes of many young people. If this opportunity appeals to you, then please complete and return an application form (support) along with the Equal Opportunities Form and Relevant Convictions Form.
What you’ll get in return:
A unique opportunity to be a key member of staff in a forward-looking, thriving school in the beautiful town of Falmouth, in Cornwall;
A genuine family atmosphere with high expectations and standards where every student is known and valued;
Access to high-quality Continuous Professional Development within the Multi Academy Trust and offered through OneCornwall Teaching School Hub;
Competitive salaries, based on skills and experience;
Local Government Pension Scheme;
Discounted membership in Trust Sports Hubs (Falmouth & Newquay);
Free parking facilities;
Employer’s Eyecare Scheme (Specsavers);
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP);
Mileage paid if there is a requirement to travel to different schools within the Trust.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Falmouth School, part of The Roseland Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and online searches will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Falmouth School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 923 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Falmouth School website
- Email address
- vacancies@falmouthschool.net
Falmouth School is a friendly, inclusive and highly successful school of 980 students, including a growing Sixth Form. Our ethos is that students achieve their best when they enjoy their learning. We believe every student has a talent, and it is our duty to guide and support each individual on their journey towards greatness. We are proud to be an ambitious 11-18 school with an excellent sixth form in a beautiful setting that serves the historic and vibrant town of Falmouth.
Falmouth has been shaped and influenced by its strong connection to the sea. Combining a fascinating maritime heritage and modern creativity, Falmouth is one of the South West’s leading cultural and festival destinations. It is framed by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) along the Helford and Fal Rivers and the Roseland Peninsula, located on the outstanding South West Coast Path, a magnet for walkers, picnickers and families alike.
Our school strive for passion for learning, thirst for knowledge and courage to embrace all challenges in learning with resolute determination. We expect everyone to be able to enjoy a learning environment that is disruption free and where exciting learning happens every minute of the day and we all pursue these highest standards: adults and students. We expect everyone to achieve their best every day and our sense of belonging is mighty as we are a ‘Falmouth Family’.
Falmouth School and Sixth Form is part of The Roseland Multi-Academy Trust, consisting of three secondary schools, two primary schools and a Teaching School Hub. The Trust’s mission is "to provide an outstanding education for our communities, where everyone succeeds" and we put our staff at the heart of everything we do to create a team spirit in our highly successful schools.
Arranging a visit to Falmouth School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email vacancies@falmouthschool.net.
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