Interim Exam Manager

Your new companyAre you the person who colour-codes calendars for fun, spots a typo from a mile away and somehow keeps calm when everyone else is in exam-season panic mode? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!A welcoming and well-respected secondary school in Sheffield is seeking an experienced interim Examination Manager to join their dedicated support team. The school is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and ambitious learning environment where students can thrive, and where staff are valued for the vital contribution they make every day.

Your new roleAs interim Examination Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the smooth running of all internal and external examinations, ensuring every process is delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with awarding body regulations.Key responsibilities will include:

Producing and distributing examination timetables

Organising and coordinating internal and external examinations

Recruiting, training, supervising and managing invigilators

Liaising with examination boards, staff, parents and students

Ensuring controlled assessment marks, predicted grades and examination entries are accurately recorded and submitted

Managing examination paperwork, compliance and regulatory requirements

Supporting results days and post-results services

Keeping up to date with examination regulations and attending relevant

What you'll need to succeedWe're looking for a highly organised and proactive individual who can confidently manage multiple deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.You'll ideally have:

Previous experience working as an Examinations Officer or Examination Manager

Strong knowledge of current examination regulations and procedures

Excellent IT and administrative skills

Outstanding organisational and time management abilities

The ability to remain calm under pressure and meet strict deadlines

Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with staff, students, parents and external agencies

The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider school team

A positive, professional and solution-focused approach

All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references covering the last two years and must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check if one is not already held on the Update Service.

What you'll get in returnAs well as receiving a competitive rate of pay, this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in an outstanding school. When you register with Hays you will be allocated a dedicated consultant who will be on hand to offer career advice and guide you through the registration process. Once you have completed this particular assignment, we will then be in a position to place you in further schools. By registering with Hays Education, you will also be eligible for our Refer a Friend Scheme, where you could receive £250 in vouchers T&Cs apply.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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