Examinations manager

• Contract: full time, full year (52 weeks), permanent  
• Hours: Full time (35 hours per week)  
• Salary: £32,000-38,000 per annum 

Are you an experienced and detail-driven professional ready to take charge of the vital examination process at a leading independent school? 

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Sunday Times North Independent Secondary School of the Decade. We are seeking a motivated and organised Examinations Manager to join our dedicated team and play a vital role in the academic success of our school. 

In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of external and internal examinations for KS4 and KS5, ensuring compliance with awarding bodies' regulations and maintaining the highest standards of organisation and integrity. From preparing examination timetables to managing invigilation teams, liaising with colleagues, students, and parents, and overseeing special provisions, you will ensure a seamless examination experience for all. 

Based on our stunning 140-acre site in North Leeds, the role offers the chance to work within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. You will handle diverse responsibilities, including coordinating examination entries, managing results days, maintaining examination data, and ensuring candidates' non-examined assessments are submitted on time. You’ll also oversee the Exams and Academic Assistant, the large pool of experienced invigilators and manage the exams budget. 

We are looking for a candidate with proven experience in managing school or college examination processes and an excellent understanding of examination regulations. You should possess outstanding organisational skills, a high level of accuracy, and strong communication skills. Proficiency in software such as Microsoft Office is essential, and experience with SIMS Examinations Organiser is highly desirable. 

Why GSAL?  

The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) is one of the leading schools in the north and traces its history back to 1552. In the last five years GSAL Senior School has twice been named North Independent School of the Year, and North Independent School of the Decade in the Sunday Times Parent Power League Table. The school aims to inspire all members of our community and to instill values of responsibility, respect and resilience in all of our pupils.  

Benefits

We value our team and offer a wide range of benefits including:  

• Significant discount on school fees   
• 25 days annual leave per year plus eight statutory bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)       
• School closure days in the Christmas holidays (usually an extra three days leave) in addition to annual leave entitlement     
• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave     
• Childcare provided for colleagues' children during school INSET days (from the age of 3 up to age 11)      
• Personal pension plan with Aviva up to 5% employee contribution and 10% employer (with the facility to pay higher or lower employee contributions)   
• Training and CPD available including five inset days per academic year    
• Colleague lunches: three courses for £2.40 available during school lunchtimes plus free tea, coffee and hot chocolate machines   
• Access to our 24/7 private GP provider, Health hero      
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme well-being app, Vivup, offering telephone counselling, financial and legal advice plus 6-8 face-to-face counselling sessions   
• Colleague discounts through multiple providers, including Vivup, discounts for teachers, blue light discount and Extras   
• Beautiful lunch time walking routes around our 140 acre site   
• Onsite gym and swimming pool available for staff use within set times as well as staff classes such as pilates, meditation, kettlebells, spinning and bootcamps   
• Salary sacrifice schemes for cycle to work       
• Free car parking available on site     
• Use of the school’s extensive library facility   
• Generous leave of absence scheme to support our employees when they need it     
• Opportunity to be involved in extracurricular activities such as the staff pantomime, well-being committee or volunteer for community events  

How to Apply

Please complete the online GSAL application form found on our website. Please be prepared to provide copies of any qualifications mentioned in your application.  

More information about the role and responsibilities are contained in the candidate pack attached in the documents section on our website advert. Please note we cannot offer tours or visits due to the high volume of interest.

If you have any further questions about the vacancy, feel free to contact vacancies@gsal.org.uk 

The closing date for applications is: 09:00, Monday 13 January 2025

Interview date: Week commencing 20 January 2025