Outwood Grange Academies Trust
Exams and Assessment Assistant

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Role: Exams and Assessment Assistant
Academy: Outwood Academy Portland
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary (Actual Salary): £23,849 - £24,228
Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Term Time + 10 days (41 weeks)
Are you highly detail-oriented and proficient in handling sensitive data, ready to play a critical supporting role in the academy’s examination and assessment processes? Do you want to ensure that all administrative and logistical elements of student progress tracking are managed accurately and efficiently? The overall purpose of this post is to assist the Examinations and Assessment Officer in supporting the accurate management of all examinations and maintaining accurate pupil tracking data.
We're looking for a brilliant Exams and Assessment Assistant to work closely with our Exams and Assessment Officer. In this role, you'll help keep our exam logistics running smoothly, ensure student tracking data stays spot-on and play a crucial part in supporting our students' progress within a fantastic, supportive team.
Welcome from the Principal
Our school, affectionately known as Portland Palace, is more than a place of learning—it's a community and a second home. As Principal, I promise our students academically strong, kind, expert teachers and caring pastoral staff; they deserve nothing less than the best.
Located in the heart of Worksop, we serve a diverse and vibrant community. We are one of the most oversubscribed schools in the region, chosen by families for our strong pastoral care, high standards, and exceptional culture of learning.
Our mission places students at the centre of every decision. We are driven by the belief that our children should feel safe, loved, and seen. We are recognised nationally for both our ethos and culture and as an IQM School of Excellence.
If you're considering joining us, know that Portland is more than just a “Good” school; it’s a place where people matter, success is shared, and joy is found. We would love to welcome you to be a part of this special community.
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- To view the Support Staff recruitment booklet, Click Here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DQq2g8iBGuReye-IP4kGQcYxtcMubw3p/view?usp=drive_link]
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Assistant supports the Exams Officer in the management of examinations and pupil tracking data. Data duties include assisting in data production, supporting the use of 'Praising Stars', and assisting in the statistical analysis of assessment trends. They produce relevant reports from 'Praising Stars' on targets, progress, and attendance, and print reports for parents.
Examination support involves assisting with the exams MIS, distributing timetables and letters, organising invigilation timetabling and training, and ensuring the timely receipt of mark sheets. They must comply and be familiar with all JCQ regulations.
- To view the job description, please Click Here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PK-m0Jkf-5Kl_b8_mm6onL0IVIK4lwQ1/view?usp=drive_link]
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential experience is working with management information and data collection. Essential skills include strong written and verbal communication, proficiency in standard ICT packages including Excel, and the ability to work effectively under pressure while managing deadlines. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to respect confidentiality, analyse data, and relate sympathetically to students.
Desirable experience includes assisting with or organising educational examinations and experience in the use of educational management information systems. The individual must be willing and able to enhance their qualifications.
- To view the person specification please Click Here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lgaJ9Bt7Ebt3Y65ccxd7jfTOnwc6i8wB/view?usp=drive_link]
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).


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We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:
- Secure Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Training & Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.
- Flexibility & Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff. (Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis)
- Wellbeing & Perks: Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now.
- Further Information on employee benefits can be found Click Here [https://www.outwood.com/jointhefamily]
- To find out more about working for Outwood and to read a message from our CEO please Click Here [https://www.outwood.com/about-us]
Note: If applying from an external job board, please click 'Apply' to access the working links on the Outwood Careers page
Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
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