About this role
Job Title: Exams Officer
E-ACT Ousedale School
We are looking for a highly organised, reliable and enthusiastic Examinations Officer to join our team at Ousedale School, Newport Pagnell Campus. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with excellent administrative and organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work calmly and efficiently in a busy school environment. The successful candidate will play a vital role in the smooth and effective running of all aspects of the examinations process, ensuring that examinations are planned, coordinated and delivered in line with awarding body regulations. You will need to be a confident communicator, able to work collaboratively with staff, students and external examination boards, and committed to supporting our students in achieving their very best.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the planning, organisation and administration of all internal and external examinations in accordance with JCQ, awarding body and academy requirements.
- Manage examination entries, amendments, withdrawals and transfers, ensuring all deadlines are met and accurate records maintained.
- Work closely with the SENCo and relevant staff to coordinate access arrangements and reasonable adjustments for candidates.
- Maintain the secure receipt, storage and distribution of examination papers, stationery and confidential materials.
- Produce, distribute and maintain examination timetables and candidate information.
Pay range
- NJC SCP 26-28 £35,607.51 - £37,395.75 (FTE: £38,510.00 - £40,444,00)
- Full Time
- Permanent/Term Time Only (41 weeks)
Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum 5 GCSEs grades 4-9 including Maths and English (or equivalent)
- Knowledge of JCQ regulations and awarding body requirements.
- Ability to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload independently.
- Ability to use software, spreadsheets, databases and other packages effectively.
E-ACT Ousedale School | Be Kind, work Hard, Succeed Together
E-ACT Ousedale School is a high-performing, inclusive school dedicated to academic excellence and personal growth. Guided by our core values: Be Kind, Work Hard, Succeed Together, we encourage a culture of ambition, collaboration, and respect. Our passionate staff team works together to create a safe, supportive environment where every student is challenged and inspired to reach their full potential. We work hard to ensure the welfare of our staff: teachers receive over 10% PPA time, free access to gym facilities, limited marking expectations outside lessons, and an employee assistance package.
Join us and become part of a dynamic educational community that values innovation, wellbeing, and making a lasting impact.
https://www.ousedale.org.uk
Want to make a difference to young people?
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?
What are we about?
Join a trust that is going places!
At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.
We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.
E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.
Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk
Benefits
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic UPS progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.
Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.
How to apply
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.