Exams Administrator

The Exam Operations and Mitigating Circumstances Team are looking to recruit a conscientious team player who will contribute to our continuing success.

The Team

The Exam Operations and Mitigating Circumstances Team sit within the Student Administration section of Education Services. We provide expert administrative support and advice to the University and Colleges relating to the operational delivery of exams and reasonable adjustments for undergraduate and taught postgraduate courses. We also manage the administration of mitigating circumstances and allowances for undergraduate and taught postgraduate students.

About the Role

This role plays a key part in delivering a high quality, efficient and coordinated examination and assessment service that adapts to support the University's commitment to diversification of assessment.

The role is based in the Mitigating Circumstances Team, which focus on delivering support for students who require reasonable adjustments in their assessments. This includes Adjusted Modes of Assessment, as well as supporting the work of the Examination Access and Mitigation Committee who consider applications for allowances and intermission.

The work involved in this role will be varied. Key responsibilities are included in the further particulars document.

Given the role requirements, we invite applications from individuals who:

• are highly meticulous, accurate, and organised
• are quick to adapt to change
• are able to work under pressure and with a wide and complex workload
• have good interpersonal and communication skills
• have the ability to work collaboratively
• are conscientious and will contribute to the continuing success of the team

In return we would offer you:

• generous annual leave - 36 days (including Bank Holidays)
• supportive training being delivered by colleagues within the team
• regular check in's (weekly) with your Supervisor and / or Line Manager and an annual review
• a Personal and Professional development plan to encourage future growth and access to various University training courses
• the opportunity to network within the Student Services Centre and with Colleges, Departments and individuals across the wider University
• a supportive, inclusive and engaging working environment

Additional information regarding the role can be found within the Further Particulars. When applying, please ensure that you outline how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification of the Further Particulars (the knowledge, skills, and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview based upon these criteria.

If you would like more information about the role, informal enquiries can be directed by email to vicky.levet@admin.cam.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 5th October 2025

Interviews will be held in person on Monday 20th October 2025 in the Student Services Centre.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.

If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact SSCjobs@admin.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference AB47119 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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