Examinations Officer

Point 14 – 30 (£29,540 – £40777 Full time equivalent  / £27297 - £37682 pro rata).  This a permanent contract, 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year (term time plus inset plus 3 weeks) (0.9241 FTE).  Starting salary is dependent on experience.

Severn Vale School is an Academy which provides an inclusive secondary education for students aged 11-16, that delivers strong student outcomes through high quality teaching and outstanding pastoral care.  The school is proud of its inclusive credentials and, in an area that has retained selection, subscribe instinctively to the comprehensive ideal. We are a popular and over-subscribed single academy trust with 1350 students on roll.

We require an Examinations Officer.  This role is a vital one within the school.  You will ensure our students have the best possible experience when it comes to sitting internal assessments and public exams.  You will lead a team to ensure all exams and assessments are run efficiently and effectively. 

We are looking for a positive, organised, flexible and professional individual for this role, who has previous experience in an exams role within education.  You will have a good general education with a working knowledge of  IT and data systems.  You will have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, the ability to prioritise, remain calm under pressure, be proactive, resourceful, flexible and adaptable.

In return we offer a comprehensive well-being provision including: 

• Employee Assistance Programme  
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Mental Health First Aiders  
• Funded counselling sessions
• In-house menopause support group  
• Long service awards   
• Gym membership  
• Funded flu vaccinations and sight tests  
• A varied programme of well-being activities and clubs

Having read the accompanying information and should you wish to apply, please complete and return the application form (available from the school website www.severnvaleschool.com), together with a covering letter, to recruitment@severnvaleschool.com.

Prospective candidates are welcome to contact us or visit the school before making an application. Please contact recruitment@severnvaleschool.com for details.  

Closing date:  24 September 2025

Interview date: 30 September 2025

Start date:  1 December 2025

Severn Vale School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Our safeguarding policy can be found on our website.  Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, as the role will involve regulated activity in addition to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a certificate of good conduct where applicable.  This position is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) which requires you to disclose all spent convictions and cautions except those which are ‘protected’ under Police Act 1997 – Part V and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) and are not subject to disclosure to employers on DBS certificates and cannot be taken into account.  As the position requires visits to students’ homes, you will also need a full clean driving licence.