Exams and Cover Officer

Job Location	Whiston, Prescot
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£25,034 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy are looking for an excellent communicator, wellorganised, solutions-focused, and empathetic individual to join us in the role of Exams and Cover Officer.Exams and Cover OfficerLiverpool, L35 2XG

Full Time, Term Time + 3 Weeks
Salary: Grade G scp: 19 - 22 (Actual £25,034)

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK and be willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.Saint Edmund Arrowsmith is a member of the Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Trust, providing top-tier Catholic education for the young people of Liverpool. Fortes in Fide or Strength through Faith sums up our vision that our success and unity as an academyis a result of our determination to overcome the barriers to learning our young people face and live as a community based on Gospel values.We are committed to the pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning and to raising standards of achievement. We have very high expectations for all our pupils with strict standards insisted upon with regard to attitude to learning, uniform and behaviour.We believe in the potential of all pupils to achieve and are deeply committed to developing the gifts and talents of all young people in our care.As Exams and Cover Officer your responsibilities include but not be limited to:

Coordinating exams and daily cover, including planning, development, and maintenance of support services and whole school systems.
Managing manual/computerised record/information systems and performing detailed data analysis.
Producing complex correspondence and handling submission of internal and external forms and returns.
Organising and participating in exam invigilation, liaising with relevant Examination Boards.
Administering the school’s cover system, recording absences accurately, and distributing daily cover sheets to HR and the Senior Leadership Team.
Allocating cover to lessons, preparing cover work and resources, and liaising with supply agencies.
Organising school improvement interventions, managing complex enquiries, and planning school trips/visits.
Assisting with pupil welfare duties, managing room changes and breaktime duty rotas.
Overseeing resource selection and management, budget handling, and procurement in line with school procedures.
Liaising with supply agencies and casual supply teachers and engaging appropriately qualified cover staff, subject to SLT approval and within budgetary constraints.

Normal Working Hours:

7:30am- 3:15pm Monday- Thursday.
7:30am- 3:00pm Friday.

Experience and Qualifications

GCSE English and Mathematics Grade C (5) or above, with desirable further or higher education/training or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Experience in dealing with complex queries, providing customer-focused services
Experience working in a similar or administrative role, especially in a school environment.
Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.

Closing date for applications: Monday 18 September 2023 at 12.00pmInterviews will be held: W/C Monday 18 September 2023How to apply for the role:If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application. You will be sent an application pack which must be completedin order for you to be considered for the role.You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.The Members, Directors, Local Governing Board and the Diocese are committed to safeguarding andpromoting the welfare of children and young persons and the Headteacher must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo anEnhanced Disclosure from the DBS and obtain any other statutorily required clearance.Other suitable skills and experience include Exam Coordinator, School Office Manager, Examinations Officer, School Administrative Officer, School Exams Manager, Student Services Officer, Examinations and Assessments Officer, School Administrator

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