Marking Administrator

At AQA, we’re committed to advancing education and we’re committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK , we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it’s our people who make this happen.

Job title:
Marking Administrator
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Manchester
Salary: £23,280 to £25,400
Working arrangements:
Hybrid – approx. two days a week in the office

Are you looking for a role where your organisation and problem‑solving skills help millions of learners get the results they’re counting on?

As our Marking Administrator, you'll join a team that plays a key role in delivering accurate and timely marking for millions of learners each year. You'll make a meaningful impact through work that is fast paced, varied and purpose driven.

You'll support the delivery of marking across multiple platforms to help ensure learners receive results they can trust. You'll contribute to high quality marking operations that help AQA deliver fair assessments for learners of all abilities, as well as supporting continuous improvement and process‑focused work outside of the marking series.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for:

• Supporting the preparation and coordination of examiners to ensure accurate and timely marking
• Monitoring progress, resolving issues and helping keep delivery on track
• Working with internal teams to support smooth and compliant marking processes
• Training and leading a small team of temporary staff during peak periods to deliver key marking outcomes

You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:

• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Clear communication skills and a customer focused approach
• Adaptability and resilience when handling challenges
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality and compliance
• Confidence using IT systems to solve problems and support delivery
• The ability to contribute to continuous improvement and manage process work collaboratively outside of live marking periods

You’ll gain valuable experience in a role where your work has real impact on learners and educators.

• Opportunities to develop your skills and broaden your experience
• Meaningful work that supports fair and accurate results for learners
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Flexible working arrangements to help balance work and life
• The chance to contribute to continuous improvement across operations

At AQA, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives and drives better outcomes. Our ED&I strategy ensures that everyone—regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background—is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We actively promote inclusive language, avoid stereotypes, and strive for representation across all dimensions of diversity.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

• To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by 23.59 on Sunday 08 March.
• Interviews will take place on the week of 16 March in the Manchester office.

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Purpose:

The Marking Administrator plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of the marking processes. This role involves providing high-quality administrative support to associates, managing queries, and maintaining accurate data. The role requires a proactive and organised approach to task management, particularly during peak periods, where responsibilities include training and coordinating temporary staff to meet critical deadlines. Outside of series, the postholder contributes to process improvement initiatives and may support other operational teams.

This is a varied and collaborative role that supports the…