Examinations Officer

We are seeking to appoint an Examinations Officer, responsible for the organisation and smooth running of both internal and external examinations, and acts as the primary liaison between the School and external examination bodies. The Examinations Officer will be familiar with the requirements and regulations placed on Schools by both awarding bodies and the Joint Council for Qualifications [JCQ], and ensures that the School is compliant with these before, during, and after examination periods. The postholder works with a wide range of adults and pupils and provides a reassuring and warm presence whilst operating at the highest professional standards.  The post holder is expected to work 37 hours per week with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break. The position is full-time and the hours and days of work are Monday to Thursday 8.00am – 4.00pm and 8.00am – 3.30pm on Friday. The role is permanent and subject to a 6-month probationary period.

Term time only + 3 weeks and School INSET days. 

Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school website for more information about our thriving school, which offers an exceptionally rich curriculum and strong sense of community www.merchanttaylors.com   

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include: 

·        The provision of a safe environment in which children and young people feel heard

·        Being aware of the indicators of abuse and neglect

·        Ensuring vigilance in recognising changes in behaviour or mood

·        Reporting safeguarding concerns in line with the School’s Safeguarding Children and Child Protection Policy

·        Attending Safeguarding training and updates as requested by the School

The duties of this role meet the definition of regulated activity relevant to children and an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list is appropriate. 

School Safeguarding Statement 

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo safeguarding checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. 

For further details and to apply, please visit www.merchanttaylors.com/join-our-team/support-staff-vacancies 

Candidates should submit an application form via email to recruitment@merchanttaylors.com or alternatively post to Human Resources Department, Merchant Taylors’ School, Liverpool Road, Crosby, Liverpool L23 0QP. 

Closing date: Monday 2nd September 2024 at midday however, with interviews to take place on or around Friday 5th September we reserve the right to close the vacancy early so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.