Job descriptionLocation: Westminster Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full Time | Permanent Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience A successful and welcoming secondary school in Westminster is seeking an experienced and organised Exams Manager to join their support staff team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong examination experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced school environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, efficient, and compliant exam processes. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of all internal and external examinations across the school. The school is looking for a calm, detail-focused professional who can confidently manage deadlines, regulations, and multiple priorities throughout the academic year. What You’ll Be Doing You will lead and manage all aspects of the school’s examinations process, including: Coordinating all internal and external examinations from entry to results day Managing exam timetables, rooming plans, seating arrangements, and invigilator schedules Liaising with examination boards to ensure all deadlines and regulations are met Processing entries, amendments, access arrangements, and special consideration requests Recruiting, training, and managing invigilators Ensuring JCQ and awarding body regulations are followed at all times Supporting students and staff with exam information, timetables, and procedures Managing results distribution, post-results services, and data accuracy Reviewing and improving exams systems and procedures each year What the School Offers This is a thriving secondary school with a strong reputation for high standards, student achievement, and staff support. You can expect: A friendly and professional working environment Supportive leadership team and collaborative colleagues Ongoing training and professional development Modern systems and well-organised exam processes Opportunities for progression within school operations Strong staff wellbeing focus Excellent Westminster location with strong transport links Who They’re Looking For The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience working as an Exams Manager, Exams Officer, or similar school-based role Strong knowledge of JCQ regulations and examination board procedures Experience using SIMS, MIS systems, or exams software Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to remain calm under pressure and meet strict deadlines Strong communication and people management skills A proactive, reliable, and professional approach The legal right to work in the UK Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful school in a role that is central to student success. If you are an experienced exams professional looking for your next challenge, this could be the ideal next step. Interested? To apply for this Exams Manager role in Westminster, please send your updated CV as soon as possible. Early applications are encouraged.
