Examinations Assistant

Bracknell Forest; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Bracknell is seeking a Part-Time Examinations Assistant to support the Examinations Officer, ensuring the effective running of the examinations system. Ideal candidates should possess strong administrative skills and the ability to work flexibly. This position requires liaising with staff and students, providing a friendly and inclusive atmosphere for all. The role is for 18.5 hours per week, focusing primarily on school terms with additional training days, and applicants must adhere to safeguarding policies, including enhanced DBS checks.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Ability to support the Examinations Officer in running effective examinations.
• Strong administrative skills and ability to liaise with various stakeholders.
• Flexibility to work over 3 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Support the Examinations Officer and team of invigilators.
• Provide effective administrative support to various departments.
• Facilitate interactions with staff, students, parents, and visitors.

Job description

• Salary: BGJ 4-6 (£11,480 – £11,837 including London Weighting based on hourly rate £13.43 - £13.84)
• Location: Garth Hill College, Bull Lane, Bracknell
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 18.5 hours per week. Term time only plus six days in August plus 1 training day.
• Closing Date: 06/01/2026 at 09:00
• Reference: Sec/25/327794

We are seeking to appoint an Examinations Assistant to help support the work of the Examinations Officer in running an effective and efficient examinations system, acting as a liaison with all staff, and assisting in directing the work of the team of invigilators.

The successful candidate will also support the wider administration team to provide effective administrative support to a range of departments, which involves working with College staff, pupils, parents, governors, local community and visitors to the college.

This position is for 18.5 hours per week, to be worked ideally over 3 days, although there is some flexibility.

Prospective candidates are advised to study the person specification and job description for this post carefully.

Pupils enjoy coming to this inclusive, friendly school. (Ofsted, October 2024)

We offer a positive, friendly and supportive atmosphere, a strong team ethos, a strong staff association and the very best programme of professional development together with opportunities for career development.

Garth Hill College is a happy and vibrant place of learning. We are proud to be a genuinely comprehensive school and offer a wide and diverse range of excellent opportunities, inside and outside the classroom, that we believe enable our young people to develop exceptionally well both academically and personally.

Garth Hill College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to appropriate vetting procedures and an enhanced DBS check.

This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) young people. You will need to tell us about any spent convictions or cautions, which may later appear on your DBS Certificate.

Only applications submitted on the College’s application form will be considered.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 09H00 ON 06 JANUARY 2026

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.

Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.

Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.

Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.

We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.

Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.

The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.

References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.

Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.