Data and Exams Officer

This is an exciting time to join Landau Forte Academy Amington, a forward-thinking 11-16 secondary academy serving our local community. We are judged Good in all areas by Ofsted and are committed to strengthening outcomes, systems and consistency as we continue our improvement journey.

Our academy is built on the shared values of being Ambitious, Brave and Kind. As Data and Exams Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting standards, accountability and student outcomes through the accurate management of assessment data and the compliant delivery of examinations.

You will work closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, SEND and external agencies, becoming a trusted professional at the heart of the academy's operational and academic systems. Staff wellbeing, development and support are central to how we work., The Data and Exams Officer is responsible for the integrity, accuracy and effective use of student assessment data, alongside the planning, administration and delivery of all internal and external examinations.

The post holder ensures full compliance with JCQ Instructions for Conducting Examinations (ICE), General Regulations, and awarding-body requirements, while also providing high-quality data analysis to support school self-evaluation, intervention and improvement planning., Examinations and compliance

· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of JCQ regulations, ICE and awarding-body guidance, ensuring academy-wide compliance

· Act as the academy's lead contact for examinations, supporting the Head of Centre with statutory declarations and annual JCQ requirements

· Manage candidate entries, amendments and withdrawals for all public examinations

· Ensure the secure receipt, storage, distribution and dispatch of examination papers and completed scripts

· Manage examination timetables, rooming, staffing and resources

· Ensure examinations are conducted in line with regulations, managing incidents calmly and effectively

· Administer special consideration, malpractice reporting and post-results services where required

Access arrangements

· Work closely with the SENDCo to administer access arrangements and reasonable adjustments in line with JCQ guidance

· Coordinate evidence gathering, applications, reviews and implementation of approved arrangements

Invigilation

· Recruit, train, deploy and manage a team of invigilators

· Ensure annual invigilator training and compliance with updated JCQ requirements

· Produce invigilation rotas and ensure appropriate cover for all sessions

Data management and analysis

· Manage and maintain the academy's assessment and attainment data systems

· Produce accurate and timely reports for:

· Senior Leadership Team

· Governors and Trust

· Subject and department leaders

Support analysis of:

· Progress 8 and Attainment 8

· Internal assessment cycles

· Key groups (PP, SEND, EAL, gender)

· Data checking, validation and submission processes

· Effective use of data to inform intervention and improvement

Systems and administration

· Maintain accurate records using the academy MIS, SISRA and awarding-body systems

· Liaise with the finance team regarding examination fees

· Contribute to the development and review of data and examinations-related policies

· Ensure data protection, confidentiality and accuracy at all times

· Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

· Ability to work calmly and accurately under pressure and to tight deadlines

· Strong analytical and numerical skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively

· High standards of professionalism, confidentiality and integrity

· Confident user of IT systems, including Microsoft Office and school MIS

Desirable

· Experience as a Data Officer and/or Exams Officer in a secondary school

· Working knowledge of JCQ regulations

· Experience producing assessment and performance reports for senior leaders

· Familiarity with Progress 8 and Attainment 8 measures

· A supportive, collaborative and professional working environment

· Enthusiastic, respectful students and committed staff

· Career development opportunities within a successful Multi-Academy Trust

· Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

· Westfield Health Cash Plan

· Meal allowance (pro rata to working hours)

· A role that is central to the academy's standards, accountability and improvement journey