Exams Officer at Coastland College

We are looking for a highly organised and dependable Exams Officer to join our dynamic Exams team at Coastland College. This is a fast‑paced role based primarily at our Weymouth Campus, where you will play a key part in the effective planning, administration, and delivery of examinations throughout the academic year.

This is a fixed‑term position, starting in March and running until the end of May 2027.

• Coordinate and administer internal and external examinations in line with awarding body regulations
• Work with the Exams Manager to plan the exams for the following academic year
• Support the Exams Manager with inspections
• Download and record students results and process post-exam service requests
• Prepare exam timetables, seating plans and exam materials
• Liaise with curriculum staff, students, invigilators and external awarding bodies
• Maintain accurate student and examination records
• Support the training of exam invigilators
• Ensure all exams are conducted securely, fairly and efficiently
• Travel between campuses as required to support exam delivery

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work calmly and accurately in a fast-paced environment, particularly during peak exam periods
• Strong administrative and IT skills, including experience with data systems and spreadsheets
• Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Flexible, reliable and able to manage competing deadlines
• Previous experience in exams or education is desirable, but not essential