> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2700622-test-center-administrator-bournemouth](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2700622-test-center-administrator-bournemouth). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Center Administrator (Bournemouth) - **Company:** Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd - **Location:** Bournemouth, UK - **Salary:** £28,288.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Web Browsers, Microsoft SharePoint, Webmail, Vue.js - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/C1BBAA41979346FDB57E7942CB8C0585/job/ ## About the Role The appointed individual will be responsible for the efficient delivery of tests to candidates. This is achieved by following procedures and guidelines provided by the company, whilst ensuring the highest standards of customer service are maintained at all times. The individual will also be responsible for the continual enhancement of the brand image., * Experience in a customer focused environment. * Good face-to-face communication skills. * Competent in the use of Windows based applications; including Web Mail, Excel, Word and Internet Explorer. * Ability to work independently and use initiative within organisational guidelines to meet objectives. * Ability to deal with conflict and work under pressure. Desirable Experience & Qualifications * Experience in a testing environment. Working Hours ## Description * Provide a high level of customer service at all times. * Ensure candidates' needs are met with understanding and respect. * Understand the testing needs and procedures for every Pearson VUE client and have the capability to adjust approach accordingly. * Ensure all compliance standards relating to the test centre operation and Pearson VUE stringent security protocols are adhered to. * Maintain professional relationships with colleagues and candidates. * Ensure the integrity and security of tests are maintained and that they are supervised to the required standard. * Comply with all incident reporting and escalation procedures. * Maintain own competencies in all of the systems and procedures - requesting training as necessary. * Comply with business needs on a day-to-day basis. * Ensure personal responsibility for understanding and delivery of testing following updates and changes to client requirements / testing, as they occur. * Assist and support business initiatives to maximise centre profitability. * Perform other administrative tasks as required. Perform daily test centre opening and closing procedures. * All employees have a responsibility to co-operate in promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy working environment, and to take reasonable care of their own health and safety at work and that of all other staff that may be affected by their acts or omissions. Line managers have specific responsibility for the health and safety of their direct reports and other team members for which they have general management responsibility. * All employees are also responsible for supporting and implementing the company's policies and procedures around the Health and Safety, Security, Quality and Business Continuity arrangements that apply in their role/work function. Full details of these policies and procedures are available on SharePoint Key Activities * Ensure equipment is operational and test stations are in working order to deliver testing. * Review transmission and error logs in locally operating software to ensure correct functionality (including schedule download and results upload processes). * Periodic download and review of examinations and test centre schedules. * Review test schedule and ensure the preparation for candidates (including those with special needs) is made. * Process candidates' sign-in (including verification of candidate identity) according to Pearson VUE and client procedures. * Explain the test process to candidates and deal with other queries as required. * Print and provide post-test score reports to candidates as required. * Schedule appointments for possible call-in and/or walk-in candidates as required. * Liaise with Pearson VUE technical support staff to investigate and resolve technical issues. * Ensure all hours and leave are recorded and authorised within Company guidelines. * Help to ensure a clean, professional, quiet testing atmosphere in the centre. * Ensure all concerns are communicated to the Test Centre Manager in a timely manner. * Undertake all accreditations and skills checks as required by the business. * Support and deliver any events and alternative test delivery processes as defined, both in permanent and temporary locations. * Undertake reasonable additional duties to ensure the smooth running of the test centre. 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