Examinations and Cover Officer

Job Role: Examinations and Cover Officer

Salary: Up to £31,750 per annum

Job type: Full Time with the opportunity to go Permanent

Type of School: Secondary

Reporting to: Data Manager

Start date: As soon as possible

• Do you have a clear sense of purpose and the desire to achieve the highest possible standards?
• Do you have a passion for education and the life choices a well-run school affords young people?

If so we would like to hear from you!

Tradewind are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic professional to work in a co-educational, non-denominational secondary in Wrexham, north-west Wales. There are approximately 850 students on the school roll. Within this role you would be responsible for the organisation and administration of all internal and external examinations and for arranging supply staff in the event of any staff absences.

External examinations include GCSE, and other qualifications all of which must be conducted according to current JCQ regulations

Main Examination Duties:

• Use the relevant software/portals to set up and administer each exam series
• Liaise with Heads of Department to ensure correct exam entries
• Liaise with the ALNCo to ensure correct application of access arrangements for students with special needs
• Issue pupils with entry slips and make any necessary corrections
• Submit entries to exam boards using appropriate software and in advance of deadlines
• Provide exam boards with preliminary information as required
• Produce and distribute whole school examination timetables to staff and students
• Produce and distribute information and work to ensure that all pupils are aware of the exam regulations and know what is expected of them
• To ensure examination rooms are set up according to JCQ regulations

Main Cover Duties:

• Enter staff absences onto our MIS system and identify additional staffing requirements
• Liaise with supply agencies to book in suitable staff
• Liaise with teachers to ensure suitable cover work is left for supply teachers
• Check and authorise invoices and timesheets
• Liaise with supply teachers to ensure they are aware of school policies and procedures

Tradewind Registration requirements:

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, but if you do not have one, you can apply for a new one through Tradewind Recruitment.
• You must register with the EWC (Education Workforce Council) to work in Wales.

Benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment:

• Committed to providing employment, free coaching, training and support to our team of staff
• Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses via The National College
• Work as often and flexibly as you like to achieve a work-life balance
• Build relevant classroom-based experience with reputable schools across the area
• Opportunities to move into a permanent position - should one become available.

If you're ready to bring your energy and expertise to a new and exciting role we'd love to hear from you!

Qualified and enthusiastic Examinations and Cover Officers are encouraged to submit their CV or contact Alex at ##### / 0151 221 9666.