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Do you enjoy using your initiative and taking ownership of processes?

Are you looking for a role with security and career progression?

Are training and development at the top of your list?

Do you want a role where you can have a life outside work?

Would you love a role where you could make real impact to the lives of others?

Is it important for you to work in a motivated team that genuinely enjoy coming to work? And with a manager who listens and values your contribution?

If so, this might be the role for you…

We are working with United Learning to find a Exams Manager for Manchester Academy (M14 4PX).

You'll be part of Manchester Academy's professional services team ensuring the smooth running of all exams, controlled assessments and vocational qualifications. You'll also be responsible for developing and maintaining school systems of assessment recording and reporting to support teachers. And managing the processing and distribution of student data.

United Learning have a solid reputation as an employer who invests in training and development. Manchester Academy is a vibrant, inclusive school and one of the most improved schools in the country, based in the heart of Manchester.

This role would suit someone with UK experience of managing data, and end to end processes. Plus strong Excel skills and experience of using an MIS to a high standard. You must have indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

We are happy to consider recent graduates and experienced people alike. You don't need school experience to apply.

You will benefit from an excellent local authority pension, a work schedule which fits around home commitments, training, and the opportunity to build a career in a growing organisation.

Important Details:

Salary is £36121
The role is all year round.
37.5 hours a week 08:00-16:00.
Some flexibility on hours e.g. around the school run.

Benefits of the Exams Manager Role:

Sector leading pay.
Outstanding public sector pension with the Greater Manchester Pension Fund. 18.6% employer contributions.
Evening and weekend working is rare and for specified events e.g. Awards Evening.
Based at one site. Free parking
Large, supportive team.
Investment in training and development.
Opportunity for progression.
Excellent holiday allowance and a guaranteed personal day a year.
Discount schemes.
Cash towards medical treatment.

Duties of the Exams Manager:

Manage all exam processes to make sure everything runs smoothly for internal and external exams, assessments, and vocational qualifications.
Handle student data and maintain systems for recording and reporting assessments.
Analyse performance trends to support teaching and flag any issues to the right people.
Work with senior staff to identify progress gaps and come up with plans to improve attainment for students.
Stay up to date on changes to the curriculum and exams, and keep SLT in the loop.
Work with the Trust Exams Manager to share exam and assessment data.

The Exams Manager Must Have/Be:

5 GCSEs (A* to C) or equivalent, including English and Maths
A Level or equivalent education
Relevant qualifications or CPD related to the role
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Good knowledge of an MIS
Advanced ICT skills, especially Microsoft Office and Excel
Attention to detail and accuracy
Good interpersonal skills for working with colleagues and external contacts
Responsible for own development and open to further training
Ability to motivate, support, and challenge others
Commitment to quality control in all tasks
Energetic, committed, enthusiastic, and resilient team player
Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
Flexible and adaptable to changing workloads
Ability to maintain confidentialityIf you're the Exams Manager Manchester Academy are searching for, let's talk!

I'm managing the recruitment of this role therefore any direct enquiries will be forwarded to Appoint-Ed. This role is subject to an enhanced child workforce DBS