Examinations Officer

Job Summary

Contract Type: Term-time only (Permanent)
Working Pattern: Full time - term time plus specified days
Advert Start Date: 13/07/2026
Advert End Date: 03/08/2026 09:00
Salary: £29,064 - £31,022 (actual salary £27,723 - £29,590)
Hours per week: 37
Job Category: Schools - Support
Vacancy ID: 299564
Employment Location: Gosforth Academy, Great North Road, Knightsbridge, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 2JH
Post Number: SNT4900(e)
Number of posts: 1
Closing date: 3 Aug

Further Information

Gosforth Academy
Knightsbridge
Great North Road
Gosforth
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE3 2JH

Your Role

Gosforth Academy is seeking a highly organised, proactive and professional Exams Officer to join our dedicated Exams Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively to ensure the smooth delivery of examinations and assessments. As Exams Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting the academy's compliance with Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations and awarding body requirements, helping to ensure the secure, efficient and successful administration of all examinations.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong ICT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines
Experience in an administrative or clerical role
Excellent customer service skills and telephone manner
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
A calm, professional approach when working under pressure
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you're guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living
Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
Enthusiastic and motivated students
An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
A school with its community at heart
Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format please contact us by email: peoplegosforth@gosforthgroup.org.uk or telephone: 0191 429 9797, option 4.

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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Gosforth Academy is seeking a highly organised, proactive and professional Exams Officer to join our dedicated Exams Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively to ensure the smooth delivery of examinations and assessments. As Exams Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting the academy's compliance with Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations and awarding body requirements, helping to ensure the secure, efficient and successful administration of all examinations.,

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong ICT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines
Experience in an administrative or clerical role
Excellent customer service skills and telephone manner
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
A calm, professional approach when working under pressure
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you're guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living
Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
Enthusiastic and motivated students
An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
A school with its community at heart
Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

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