Exams Assistant

Job Overview

We are seeking an organised and reliable Exams Assistant to join our busy Exams team at Coastland College. This is a fast‑paced role working predominately at the Weymouth Campus. This is a fixed‑term role until 30th June 2026. An Exams Assistant supports the planning, administration, and delivery of internal and external examinations within an education setting. The role involves ensuring exams are conducted in accordance with awarding body regulations, maintaining accurate records, supporting students and invigilators, and safeguarding the integrity and confidentiality of the examination process.

• Coordinate and administer internal and external examinations in line with awarding body regulations
• Download and record students results and process post‑exam service requests
• Prepare exam timetables, seating plans and exam materials
• Ensure all exams are conducted securely, fairly and efficiently
• Travel between campuses as required to support exam delivery
• Set up exam rooms in line with JCQ regulations

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 holiday days, plus bank holiday increasing by 1 day per annum up to a maximum of 5 years (30 days).
• Additional 3 efficiency closure days over Christmas and an additional 4 days over Easter.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Access to Care First - FREE confidential emotional support and practical advice scheme.
• Dedicated CPD learning days to support learning and development.
• Family friendly policies.
• A person‑centred annual appraisal focusing on your wellbeing and CPD.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Free on‑site gym.
• Employee discounts at on‑site facilities such as Signature Hair & Beauty Salon, The Avenue Restaurant and The Bay Theatre.
• Wide range of Health and Wellbeing initiatives to support staff including Corporate Eyecare voucher scheme, free and confidential staff counselling and a trained team of Mental Health First Aiders.

Coastland College is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and so an online search will be conducted for the successful candidates. All new employees to the College are required to complete and obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the College website.