School Administrator

Are you a School Administrator interested in becoming a school Exams Officer?
Are you seeking an organisation which will support you through all relevant training? One with a solid team structure so you can gain best practice?
Does a one year contract as an Exams Officer appeal to you? That way you can try an exams role for 12 months, and decide if it's right for you?
Do you have recent experience in a school administration role?
Are you looking for a role where you can make a real impact and maintain a work/life balance?
Are you keen to take your next step within a growing organisation?
Is it important for you to work in a motivated team that genuinely enjoy coming to work? And with a Headteacher who listens and values your contribution?
If so, this might be the role for you
We are working with United Learning to find an Exams Officer to join their team at Salford City Academy on a one-year contract. Due to the size of United Learning, it is highly likely there will be other opportunities within their 11 Manchester and Salfordschools.
United Learning have a great reputation as an employer who invests in training and development. Salford City Academy is an oversubscribed 11-16 school with excellent facilities, staffed by a committed and welcoming team.
Salford City Academy work collaboratively, share good practice, and have a trust-wide approach to development. The school has a reputation for supporting and developing staff and recognising their achievements.
This role would suit an organised School Administrator with initiative and strong IT skills.
You will benefit from an excellent local authority pension, a work schedule which fits around home commitments, training, and the opportunity to build a career in a growing organisation.
**Important Details**:

- Salary is £25-£28k FTE (All year round).
- £22,576 - £25,286 term time + 2 weeks (41 weeks per year).
- The role is 41 weeks per year, but the school are happy to consider up to 52 weeks per year.
- Some flexibility on hours e.g., around the school run.
- 37.5 hours a week 08:00-16:00

**Benefits of the Exams Officer Role**:

- Support with further qualifications (financial and time)
- Network of staff sharing best practice (11 schools across Manchester and Salford)
- Outstanding public sector pension with the Greater Manchester Pension Fund. 18.6% employer contributions
- Large, supportive team
- Opportunity for progression
- Reward scheme including cycle to work, childcare vouchers, retail, and leisure discounts
- Free parking

**Duties of the Exams Officer**:

- Understand and comply with all internal and external exam regulations
- Manage arrangements for the secure receipt, checking and storing of exam papers
- Contribute to development of exam-related policies
- Work with the SENCO to ensure appropriate access arrangements adjustments for pupils
- Work with the finance team to ensure all exam fees are paid
- Manage the admin of reading and Midyis assessments
- Recruit, train and manage invigilators
- Ensure appropriate conduct during exams, in line with regulations
- Manage the logistics for exams, including timetabling, room booking, resources and staffing
- Ensure pupils are aware of their exam timetables, resolving clashes in accordance with guidance
- Carry out necessary admin tasks related to the organisation of exams
- Manage any unexpected issues or emergencies that arise during an exam
- Submit reports to examining bodies, as required
- Make arrangements for sharing results with students (e.g. results day)
- Ensure results are received by the school in a secure and confidential way
- Be familiar with data analysis reports and tools, and be able to share results with stakeholders
- Arrange receipt and distribution of exam certificates
- Undertake training as appropriate for the role
- Be familiar with training for staff involved in exams, signposting these where appropriate
- Assist with the collection of accurate data and update the academy MIS on all areas relevant to the school census
- Assist with the production of data for statistical returns to the Department for Education
- Provide admin support for the staff within the Academy
- Typing and setting up documents such as letters and reports
- Produce mail shots for parents/carers, as directed
- Complete general clerical tasks such as photocopying, filing, opening and distribution of mail
- Manage the central registration system Arbor including the adding students and staff as required

**The Exams Officer Must have Experience of**:

- School Administration
- Work with confidential and/or sensitive materials
- Supervising other members of staff
- Managing time and workload to meet deadlines
- Using a management information system (MIS)
- Working with data sets
- Working with regulatory organisations
- Complying with statutory regulations set by external bodies

**The Exams Officer Must**:

- Communicate effectively
- Be competent with common IT systems, e.g., Microsoft Office, MIS
- Analyse data
- Manage time and plan effectively
- Work flexibly and quickly under pressure
- Work across multiple projects and deadlines
- Follow policies and procedures set by the school and external agencies
- Be organised
- Be calm under pressure
- Work well in a team, and independently

**If you are the Exams Officer that Salford City Academy are searching for, let's talk.**

**Please send your CV via this ad or call the Appoint-Ed office and speak with Kellie.