Examinations Officer | High-Performing Secondary School | Basingstoke

Organisation, accuracy and attention to detail are at the heart of every successful exam season. A high-performing secondary school in Basingstoke is seeking an organised and proactive Examinations Officer to join its support team on a permanent, term-time basis from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the smooth delivery of both internal and external examinations, ensuring students receive the best possible experience during one of the most important stages of their education. Working closely with senior leaders, teaching staff and invigilators, you'll coordinate all aspects of the examinations process while ensuring full compliance with JCQ regulations.

Whether you're an experienced Exams Officer or an organised administrator looking to move into education, the school offers excellent training and ongoing professional development.

The Role

As Examinations Officer, you'll take responsibility for the planning, administration and delivery of examinations throughout the academic year.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating all internal and external examinations from entries through to results

• Preparing examination timetables and managing candidate entries

• Ensuring full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations

• Recruiting, training and coordinating exam invigilators

• Working with the SEND team to implement access arrangements

• Maintaining secure handling of examination papers and confidential materials

• Supporting post-results services, including reviews and appeals

• Producing examination reports and maintaining accurate records

Why Join the School?

This successful secondary school has built a reputation for its inclusive ethos, supportive leadership and commitment to helping every student achieve their potential. Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment, excellent professional development opportunities and a culture that values innovation, teamwork and wellbeing.

About You

The school is looking for a highly organised individual who can remain calm under pressure and manage multiple deadlines with confidence.

Previous experience in examinations administration would be advantageous but is not essential. Strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, students and external organisations are key to success in this role.

Salary & Benefits

• £27,780 – £30,564 FTE (£24,371 – £26,814 actual)

• 37 hours per week

• 40 weeks per year

• Permanent position

• September 2026 start

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Excellent CPD and training opportunities

• Supportive leadership team and staff wellbeing initiatives

Apply

The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where your organisational skills will directly contribute to student success, this is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving secondary school in Basingstoke. Apply today.