Deputy Examinations Officer
Priestley College
Warrington
- New
- Salary:
- Point 10 on the Support Staff pay scale i.e. £25,276 FTE
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible, following successful pre-employment checks
- Apply by:
- 23 September 2024
Job overview
Deputy Examinations Officer at Priestley College
Are you an organised and detail-oriented individual with a passion for education? Priestley College is looking for a dedicated Deputy Examinations Officer to join our team and support the administration of external and internal examinations.
About Priestley College: Priestley College is part of The Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT), offering a cohesive education pathway from primary to sixth form. We are a dynamic, inclusive college with a proven record of high achievement. With more than 70 A-Level, Vocational, and T-Level courses, our students consistently achieve a 99% or better pass rate at A-Level. We are also recognised as the first sixth form in the UK to achieve STEM-assured status. Our modern campus is home to over 2,000 students, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
About the Role: As the Deputy Examinations Officer, you will support the Examinations Officer in the efficient administration of all external and internal assessments, ensuring compliance with all regulations and procedures. You will play a key role in organising mock exams, managing student examination entries, coordinating invigilators, and ensuring a smooth process during examination results days.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with examination policies, procedures, and Awarding Body regulations.
- Process student examination entries and coordinate examination access arrangements.
- Assist with the organisation and administration of internal assessments and mock exams.
- Support the coordination of invigilators, exam rooms, and contingency plans.
- Collaborate with the MIS team and curriculum staff to align exam entries with student enrolments.
- Provide general administrative support to other business functions as needed.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Strong administrative and organisational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Experience with examination procedures and systems is advantageous.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt and respond to the changing needs of the College.
Working Arrangements:
- Full-time, 37 hours per week.
- Start Date: As soon as possible, pending successful pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.
Salary and Benefits:
- Starting Salary: £25,276 (NJC Support Staff pay scale).
- Pension Scheme: Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
Application Deadline: 23rd September 2024
Interviews: w/c 30th September 2024
To apply, download the application form from our website, complete it electronically, and submit it via email to hr@priestley.ac.uk or post to our HR Department at Priestley College, Loushers Lane, Warrington, WA4 6RD.
Priestley College is an Equal Opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding children and young people. An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate. We look forward to receiving your application!
For more information or assistance, contact the HR Department on 01925 624460 or via email at hr@priestley.ac.uk.
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About Priestley College
Priestley College is a founder member of The Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT) which currently consists of 9 schools and the College, working together to deliver a cohesive education pathway from primary through to sixth form.
We are an inclusive college with a consistent record of high achievement. We offer around 70 A-Level and Vocational courses and we are a college of several firsts.
The quality of education we provide in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths was recognised when we became the first dedicated sixth form in the country to receive STEM-assured status.
In September 2020, Priestley was chosen to be among the first tranche of colleges to provide T-Levels. In the same year our rugby academy became the first in the UK to receive ‘dual status’ as both boys and girls were excelling.
In its most recent OFSTED report the College was praised by inspectors who said ‘teachers ensure students develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their qualifications and in their working life’.
In 2021 Priestley retained its matrix accreditation after an inspection found the quality of advice and guidance it provided met the internationally-recognised standard.
There are now over 2000 students at Priestley with the latest investment a £1.5M technology centre that boasts more than 200 computers. The Crescent Building has also been extended to provide extra café and study space whilst the Performing Arts facilities have been modernised. More than £15M has been invested in the campus since 1999 on projects including the Learning Resource Centre and an all-weather sports pitch.
Priestley’s growth in numbers has also gone hand in hand with increasing the range and scope of provision as well as significant improvements in quality.
By responding to student demand and national curriculum development, we have been able to broaden the choice by offering new curriculum lines.
Priestley is not a college that stands still. All tutors and staff constantly look for ways to improve in order to make the biggest difference to the highest number of young people.
The College’s goal will always be to inspire, challenge and support its students to ensure they reach their full potential.
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