Exams Officer

**Job Title**: Exams Officer

**Location**: Highbury Campus, Portsmouth

**Salary**: £22,750.00 - £24,023.00 Full Time Equivalent, £14,756.75 - £15,582.48 Actual

**Job Type**: Part-Time, Permanent

**Working Hours**: 24 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

**About City of Portsmouth College**:
At City of Portsmouth College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and in turn a difference to our students' learning journey.

We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community.

**What we offer**:

- **Annual Leave**: 25 days bookable annual leave, 8 bank holidays plus up to 2 weeks Christmas closure (pro rata for part-time staff)
- **Pension**: Local Government Pension Scheme 26.10%
- **Learning & Development**: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department
- **Onsite Discounts**: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre
- **Parking**: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel)

**About the role**:
The Exams Officer will be responsible for the administration and organisation of all aspects of examinations in the college, ensuring the smooth running of exam processes and compliance with regulations. This role involves coordinating exam schedules, liaising with exam boards, and providing support to students and staff regarding examination matters.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Coordinate and manage the scheduling, organisation, and administration of all internal and external exams.
- Liaise with exam boards and ensure compliance with their regulations and requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of exam entries, results, and related documentation.
- Communicate exam timetables and procedures to students and staff.
- Oversee the secure storage and distribution of exam materials.
- Provide support and guidance to students regarding exam procedures and regulations.
- Coordinate the recruitment, training, and deployment of invigilators.
- Manage the process for students with special examination arrangements.
- Address and resolve any issues or queries related to examinations.

**To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you**:

- Experience in an administrative role, preferably within an educational setting.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of examination procedures and regulations (desirable).

**Diversity and Inclusion**:
Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of City of Portsmouth College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training.

The College’s commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities, and the range of direct and indirect student support services.

**Pre-Employment Checks**:
We do not accept CVs from agencies for these roles.

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