Examinations Officer - Full-time

The North School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-4246-1070S
• Posted:21/04/2026
• Pay:£28,641 - £30,201 FTE (£25,378 - £26,761 Pro Rata)
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:11/05/2026 at 15:00
• Interviews:w/c 11th May 2026

Advert

• £28,641 - £30,201 FTE
• £25,378 - £26,761 Pro Rata
• Term Time plus 10 additional days (40 weeks)
• September 2026 start

The North School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Exams Officer to provide high levels of organisation and accurate delivery of an exam season. This role requires absolute accuracy and the use of highly organised systems at all times. You must be an excellent communicator and have exceptional administrative and organisational skills.

Previous experience of working within a school environment would be an advantage and a genuine interest in working amongst young people is essential. Flexibility is crucial to meet the demands of a busy school as is the ability to build effective relationships with staff, governors and the whole school community.

Responsibilities include:

• Operating as the school’s examinations officer and undertaking all of the associated administration including electronic entry and registration for all qualifications, external public examinations, mock exams and internal exams and assessments for all year groups
• To be aware of all JCQ and exam boards’ requirements and ensure that they are met and to keep abreast of new changes and developments
• To lead and manage the team of invigilators, disseminating the duties prior to, during and after the exams
• To act as a focal point for examination queries, liaising with staff, students and/or parents as necessary and ensuring that all relevant documentation is processed in this regard

The successful candidate should have excellent IT skills, previous exam officer experience is desirable and familiarity with the Management Information System - Bromcom would be helpful.  This is an exciting opportunity and should you wish to be a part of our thriving school community we welcome your application.

Please note that while the closing date for applications is 11/05/2026, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early or interview prior to the closing date should a high volume of suitable applications be received. Early application is encouraged.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Debbie Fuller, Administration Officer for Recruitment and Trips and Visits, at Debbie.fuller@swale.at or 01233 614600.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Information about the school

Core values of achievement, respect, resilience and community underpin all that we do at The North School, resulting in a welcoming, happy and aspirational school, where students and teachers enjoy learning together. We have high ambition for every pupil as noted in our Ofsted report from November 2024, expertly driven by an experienced team of colleagues who provide all students with the best possible opportunities, both inside and outside of the classroom.

Our students are expected to treat each other and staff with care, courtesy and consideration. They are taught to always try their very best at whatever they do and to value the progress they make as individuals. We value a community approach to education to ensure that there is a broad range of expertise within the school. This enables our students to be supported in all areas, so that they may strive to reach their full potential in school and in their future lives.

At The North School we recognise that the students are at the centre of the learning experience and that they all come with different needs and abilities, not to mention interests and strengths. Therefore, we continually review the curriculum diet available; to ensure that it best reflects the national picture and the needs of the students. This enables us to make the learning experience as skills based as possible with a broad range of subjects and an emphasis on personal achievement.

Our classroom practice and academic achievement is supported by a wide range of facilities that include a school farm, managed by a very successful Young Farmers team, the Basketball Academy, excellent sports facilities and a wide variety of clubs and visits.

Part of the Swale Academies Trust, The North School recognises that people have different strengths and interests and aims to give individuals the opportunity to develop those further where possible. The School has a real community feel and really encourages its employees to be part of this community and the wider life of the school. Working in partnership with parents and the local community is important to us. Collaboration with parents to ensure that every student in our care reaches their full potential is highly valued and we encourage all parents to get involved in the life of the school.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Debbie Fuller
• Address:Essella Road, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8AL
• Telephone: 01233 614600
• Email: debbie.fuller@swale.at

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Recruitment Pack