The posting
Exceptional Exams & Admissions Officer
We are seeking an organised, proactive and highly professional Exams & Admissions Officer to join our team at an exciting point in our journey. This is a role that sits at the heart of school life, ensuring that every examination runs smoothly, every admission is managed efficiently and every process reflects the high standards we hold for our students and community.
We are looking for someone who combines exceptional attention to detail with outstanding organisational skills, someone who thrives on getting things right first time and takes pride in delivering a service that enables young people to succeed.
The Opportunity
As our Exams & Admissions Officer, you will play a vital role in the smooth operation of the school. You will lead on the administration, organisation and delivery of all internal and external examinations, while coordinating admissions processes that provide families with a positive first experience of our school.
Working closely with senior leaders, curriculum teams, students, parents and external agencies, you will become a trusted expert in your field, ensuring compliance, accuracy and excellence in every aspect of your work.
This is an opportunity to join a school where your contribution will be valued, your expertise respected and your work will make a tangible difference to the success of young people.
We are seeking someone who:
- Has excellent organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Can manage multiple priorities and deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy
- Builds positive and professional relationships with students, families, colleagues and external partners
- Remains calm, methodical and solutions-focused under pressure
- Demonstrates high levels of integrity, discretion and confidentiality
- Has the confidence to challenge processes and improve systems where appropriate
- Takes pride in delivering outstanding customer service
- Is highly proficient in the use of management information systems and digital technologies
- Approaches work with initiative, professionalism and a strong sense of ownership
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same
- Understands the importance of compliance and accuracy in examinations and admissions processes
- Believes that every detail matters because every child's future matters
Why Join Us?
- A key role at the centre of a successful and ambitious school
- The opportunity to develop expertise in examinations, admissions and school operations
- Direct support from experienced senior leaders and Trust colleagues
- A collaborative and highly supportive team environment
- Opportunities to lead and improve systems and processes
- Access to high-quality professional development and training
- A culture where expertise is valued and staff are trusted to do their jobs
- The opportunity to make a real difference to the educational experience of young people
- The chance to live and work on the beautiful South Devon coast
What We Offer
We know that exceptional schools are built by exceptional people. As part of our team, you will benefit from:
- A vibrant and values-driven school community
- Talented, dedicated and supportive colleagues
- Trust-wide professional learning and development opportunities
- Bespoke training relevant to your role and career aspirations
- Opportunities for progression across a successful Trust
- A culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional growth
- Modern systems and strong leadership support
- The opportunity to play a vital role in the success of our students
Living Our Values. Transforming Life Chances.
At the heart of everything we do is a simple belief: every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We are driven by the Thinking Schools Academy Trust values of Child First, Aspire, Challenge and Achieve, and we expect our staff to do more than understand these values. We expect them to bring them to life every day.
As our Exams & Admissions Officer, you will help ensure that students are supported at key moments in their educational journey, from joining our school community to achieving success in examinations. Through your professionalism, attention to detail and commitment to excellence, you will contribute to a culture where ambition is encouraged, potential is realised and life chances are transformed.
