Exams Officer
Downlands Community School
Downlands Community School, West Sussex
- £22,275.67 per year
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2023
- Apply by:
- 14 December 2022
Job overview
11 – 16, mixed, NOR – 1230
Learning is at the heart of everything that we do
Examinations Officer
37 hours per week – Term time only (plus August results days) with the possibility of part time flexible working.
Grade 8 – Actual starting salary for days and hours worked is £22,275.67
Start date – January 2023
Would you enjoy working under pressure at times in a role that makes a difference to young people?
Perhaps you have previous experience of exam administration or working in a secondary school?
Do you want to join a friendly, enthusiastic and committed team?
We offer a fantastic Private Healthcare package with Benenden Health, and can access a 30% discount on memberships at Freedom Leisure.
An Examinations Officer is responsible for all aspects of the administration of the GCSE exams and school internal exams including entries, access arrangements, invigilation and processing results.
Shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. This is not part of the short listing process itself, and you will get a chance to address any issues of concern that some up during the search, at interview.
Further details, application form can be downloaded from our website https://www.downlands.w-sussex.sch.uk under “Information- Vacancies” or from our Recruitment Officer, email: sjohnson@downlands.org
CV’s alone will not be accepted.
Closing date for applications is 09:00 on Wednesday 14th December 2022 though we reserve the right to close earlier if there are suitable applicants.
Downlands is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
About Downlands Community School
Headteacher - Mark Wignall
Downlands Community School is a mixed, comprehensive, non-denominational secondary for students aged 11-16 in Hassocks, West Sussex at the foot of the beautiful South Downs, 6 miles north of Brighton. It is a state community school with a governing body of 15 volunteers. The school currently provides 1,200 secondary places when fully subscribed.
The school has undergone extensive renovation, with a state-of-the-art teaching block, IT rooms, Music Suite and Dance Studio. Headteacher Mark Wignall was appointed in September 2016. Our Amphitheatre opened in 2019 and offers the potential for multiple different uses, from outdoor lessons and school productions to rehearsal space for local amateur dramatics groups.
Values and vision
Downlands Community School places learning at the heart of everything that we do. It focuses on valuing the surrounding environment, preparing students for 21st-century society through innovation and creativity, and educating students socially and emotionally, while striving for self-improvement and exceeding expectations. The school's aims are supported by the Downlands Association, a group of staff and parents who raise funds through a range of different events.
Students benefit from extensive opportunities for sport and PE, with access to a gym, sports hall, astroturf football pitch, fitness suite and dance studio. The school is particularly proud of the extra-curricular activities offered, including music, chess, science, technology and creative arts clubs, English clubs and the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme.
Ofsted report
“Staff cater for pupils’ needs very well. Relationships are strong and this enables pupils to thrive academically and personally. The academic curriculum is rigorous and challenging. It is enriched by provision for the arts and a strong programme of extra-curricular activities which further enhance pupils’ social, moral, spiritual and cultural understanding.”
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