Examinations Manager

Kindly note that we do not accept CVs, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements. All applications must be submitted via the link provided only.

Derby College Group (DCG) are recruiting an experienced and highly organised Examinations Manager to lead the delivery of examinations and assessments. Based at our iconic Roundhouse Campus, you will oversee examinations across all four campuses, leading a dedicated team to ensure every examination/assessment is delivered accurately, efficiently and in full compliance with awarding organisation requirements.

The Opportunity

This is a pivotal role within the College. You will have overall responsibility for the management, coordination and administration of all registrations, examinations, assessments and results across a large multi-campus organisation serving more than 14,000 students.

Leading a team of Examinations Assistants and a pool of Sessional Invigilators, you will ensure the successful planning, timetabling and delivery of examinations throughout the academic year. You will work closely with curriculum, support and senior leadership teams to maintain the highest standards of compliance, service delivery and student experience.

You will play a key role in shaping and continuously improving examinations services across the College, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, strengthen compliance, improve efficiency and ensure the team is equipped to meet the demands of an increasingly complex examinations landscape.

You will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with JCQ regulations, awarding organisation requirements and College policies, safeguarding the integrity of examinations and assessments across the organisation.

For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please click here.

About you

You will be an experienced examinations professional with a successful track record of leading examinations services within a large educational environment.

You will have detailed knowledge of JCQ regulations, awarding organisation requirements and examinations management systems such as Tribal EBS, together with a clear understanding of quality assurance, compliance and risk management within examinations.

As a leader, you will be confident in managing and developing teams, influencing stakeholders at all levels and driving positive change. Excellent organisational, communication and relationship-building skills will be essential, alongside exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.

For a full explanation of the person specification, please click here.

The Benefits

•           49 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)

•           Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 19.9% employer contribution

•           Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery

•           TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard

•           Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets

•           Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage

•           Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse

•           Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services

•           Continuous development and progression opportunities

•           Free eye tests with Specsavers

•           Our new and enhanced Employee Assistance Programme provides 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, mental health, and life matters.

•           Cycle to Work Scheme

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk.

Safeguarding statement

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

If you require visa sponsorship

Please note that unfortunately, this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

We are committed to embedding sustainability throughout Derby College Group, from the way we operate to the way we educate and support our learners. We welcome applicants who are motivated to support our sustainability ambitions, help reduce our environmental impact, and contribute to a creating a more sustainable world for our future generations.

Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.

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