Exams Officer

About Us

Harris Academy Bermondsey is a girls' school with drive and ambition in the heart of London. Our students achieve the very highest standards in their education. Ofsted rated us as Outstanding in every one of their categories in November 2019.

We are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our young women, ensuring that they have every opportunity to succeed by identifying and nurturing each one's individual talents.

Our well-qualified teachers and highly effective support staff are committed to providing an education that ensures every girl achieves excellence and becomes a leader, within a safe and happy learning environment.

HAB is a diverse and inclusive comprehensive school for girls in central London. Many HAB girls are from disadvantaged backgrounds, but all study the EBacc and are prepared for university so as to compete with their more advantaged peers. HAB teachers and support staff are uncompromising and caring in achieving this.

Main Areas of Responsibility

In this role, you'll work closely with the Vice Principal to ensure a smooth and efficient exam process, with the full support of our friendly admin team of four. During exam season, you'll receive dedicated assistance from the team to help manage the busy period, while outside of exams, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day functions of the main office. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a collaborative and welcoming school environment, where you'll have the chance to both offer and receive support.

A detailed list of responsibilities can be found in the Job Pack.

Qualifications & Experience

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• English and Mathematics GCSE or equivalent
• Degree or equivalent
• Knowledge of the examination system and procedures
• Knowledge of Microsoft software
• Knowledge of National curriculum
• Three years' experience of working in an inner-city school or educational establishment
• Experience in a similar role
• Strong database skills, with the ability to produce user friendly data
• The ability to recruit, organise and manager exam invigilators

Please download the Job Pack for a full person specification.

Professional Development & Benefits

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.