Exams Administrator

Wiltshire College & University Centre have a great opportunity for an Exams Administrator to join our team.

Location: Trowbridge, Wiltshire

Salary: £22,113 rising to £22,469 per annum (Professional Services Grade 3 & 3a)

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week/52 weeks per year)

Closing Date: Friday 25th October 2024

About Us:

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire's economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our turnover is around £42 million per annum, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.

Exams Administrator - The Role:

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting learners? We're looking for an Exams Administrator to be a key player in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of our exams process. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic Examinations Team at our Trowbridge campus.

As an Exams Administrator, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that our examination processes run smoothly, are customer-focused, and meet high standards of quality assurance. You will:

• Coordinate exam registrations and entries, ensuring accurate and timely input into our College Management Information System.

• Prepare and dispatch exam scripts and papers to various examination boards, keeping our academic staff informed of guidelines.

• Work closely with tutors and academic staff to confirm accurate student registrations.

• Handle exam scheduling, organise exam materials, and allocate invigilators efficiently.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of examining body regulations and ensure strict compliance with exam security protocols.
  
  

Exams Administrator - You:

To apply, you will hold:

• Level 2 (GCSE A-C) qualification or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Administrative experience with a strong background in customer service.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• A team player who can work collaboratively to achieve shared goals.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to continue learning and developing professionally.

Apply today to become part of our vibrant team and help shape the future of our students.

Exams Administrator - Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 30 days annual leave for Professional Service Staff, plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
• Free onsite car parking

Exams Administrator - Application Process:

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

To submit your application for this exciting Exams Administrator opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.

Applications for this role close on the 25th October 2024