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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Exams Officer and Arbor (MIS) Lead - **Company:** Education Jobs - **Location:** Gosport, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £30,287.0 - £33,178.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Integrity, IT Management, Pivot Tables, Software Systems, Data Processing, Data Analytics, Data Management - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7cee835bf6f7f9b5 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Pivot tables?, Do you have a GCSE?, * Qualifications: Strong numeracy and literacy (GCSE Grade C/5 or equivalent in English and Maths). * Experience: Proven experience working within a secondary school environment alongside a track record of managing complex administrative processes with strict deadlines. * Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data manipulation) and an ability to learn complex software quickly. * Personal Attributes: Impeccable attention to detail, a "cool under pressure" demeanor during intense exam seasons, and strong communication and leadership skills., * A degree-level qualification or relevant certification in Data/IT Management. * Prior experience as a School Exams Officer and direct experience managing Arbor (or SIMS/Bromcom). * Experience using timetabling software (e.g., TimeTabler or Nova-T6). ## Description Are you a data-driven, highly organized professional looking for a pivotal role at the heart of our school's operations? Bridgemary School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and meticulous Exams Officer and Arbor (MIS) Lead to join our fantastic team. At our school, we believe that smooth operations and precise data management form the bedrock of student achievement and success. In this dual-aspect role, you will take strategic and operational responsibility for the organisation, administration, and delivery of all internal and public examinations. Simultaneously, you will act as the school's expert "Super User" on our Management Information System (MIS), Arbor-ensuring data integrity, managing the school timetable, leading on statutory returns, and empowering staff through system training. If you are cool under pressure, thrive on strict deadlines, and have a passion for operational excellence, we want to hear from you., Examination Management & Administration * Exam Cycle Management: Oversee the end-to-end administration of all external public exams (GCSE, A-Level, Vocational/BTEC) and internal mock exams. * Awarding Body Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for exam boards (AQA, Pearson/Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas), ensuring full compliance with JCQ regulations. * Entries & Access Arrangements: Coordinate with Heads of Department for accurate, timely student entries, and collaborate with the SENDCo to implement Access Arrangements. * Logistics & Invigilation: Securely receive, log, and store exam papers. Recruit, train, and manage a team of external invigilators, coordinating rooming and seating plans. * Results Days: Manage the secure download of exam results in August, preparing data for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and overseeing smooth distribution to students. Arbor (MIS) Management & Data Leadership * System Expert: Act as the technical lead for the Arbor MIS, maintaining data integrity across student, staff, and parent records. * Timetable Integration: Partner with the Deputy Headteacher on the annual setup and ongoing maintenance of the school timetable, options, and scheduling. * Statutory Returns: Own the compilation, validation, and submission of all statutory data returns, including the DfE School Census and Workforce Census. * Data & Training: Create bespoke reports and dashboards for SLT. Deliver user support and training to staff utilizing Arbor for attendance, behavior, and assessments. 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