Description
CERT Solutions are working in partnership with a welcoming special school based in Erdington, who are seeking an experienced and organised Examinations Officer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a specialist setting and play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of all examination processes.
As the Examinations Officer, you will be responsible for managing the full exam cycle, ensuring all processes are carried out efficiently, accurately, and in line with awarding body regulations. This role requires strong organisation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a busy school environment.
The standard working hours are 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, with an earlier start of 8:30 am – 3:00 pm during busy exam periods.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage the full examinations process, including external exam entries, internal exam timetabling, rooming, and invigilation arrangements
• Liaise with awarding bodies to ensure all submissions are accurate and compliant
• Work closely with Heads of Department to coordinate internal assessments and exam schedules
• Recruit, manage, and support a team of invigilators
• Ensure secure handling and storage of all confidential examination materials
• Prepare exam rooms, ensuring accessibility requirements and special arrangements are in place
• Oversee results distribution and support post-results services
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents regarding exam procedures and expectations
About You
We are looking for someone who:
• Has excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Is highly organised and able to meet strict deadlines
• Has strong communication skills and can build positive working relationships
• Is confident using data systems (experience with Arbor is desirable but not essential)
• Remains calm under pressure and can respond quickly to challenges
What CERT Solutions can offer you:
• A dedicated consultant
• A trustworthy supply agency
• Great rates of pay (PAYE)
• Transparency and honesty
• Your ideal role as a supply teacher or teaching assistant
• A full time role
• Long term work
• Permanent roles if preferred
Our values as a supply teaching agency are very important to us and we expect all of our staff to follow our lead in being:
• Communicative
• Efficient
• Reliable
• Trustworthy
CERT Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and be required to complete and pass Safeguarding and Prevent training level 2.
If you are interested, please contact Courtney on 0121 728 6677.
