Knowledge, Experience and Training

Essential:

• Be educated to A level (or equivalent) with GCSEs in English, mathematics and science to grade C or higher

• Be committed to the safeguarding of children 

• Have excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate effective communication with a range of stakeholders, both orally and in writing

• Have the ability to plan and manage of calendar of complex, time sensitive events in line with strict guidelines

• Be willing to undertake training and to cascade training to other staff

• Have the aptitude to process new information and develop existing skills

• Have experience of managing others as well as operating as an effective team member

• Have the ability to show initiative, to be efficient and reliable and to self-manage with respect to meeting deadlines

• Have excellent ICT skills (Microsoft Office and Google Platform and MIS e.g. Arbor)

• Demonstrate patience, flexibility and a sense of humour

• Be able to cope with pressure and remain calm and measured when problem solving

• Be flexible over daily hours worked in relation to the requirements of examinations

• Have a natural aptitude to model the Trust’s core behaviours – ‘We display transparency, kindness and respect in all our interactions with others, and support each other in all our endeavours.  We are tenacious in our desire to make the difference together’.

Desirable:

• Have experience in a similar role leading public and internal examinations

• Have experience of using the examination module in Arbor or similar software in a different management information system

• Have thorough knowledge and understanding of JCQ rules and regulations