Exams Officer and Arbor (MIS) Lead

Job Introduction

Exams Officer and Arbor (MIS) Lead

• Reports To: Director of KS4 Achievement
• Salary/Grade: Support Scale Grade E | Actual Salary: £30,287 (FTE: £33,178)
• Hours / Weeks: Full-time, Permanent (Typically 37 hours per week | Term Time Plus 2–3 weeks, with mandatory availability in August for exam results days)
• Closing Date: Friday 26th June 2026

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.

Key Responsibilities 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.

What We Are Looking For Essential Criteria

• 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.

Desirable Criteria

• 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).

What We Can Offer You

Investing in our employees' well-being and career development is a priority for us. As a member of staff at Bridgemary School, we can offer you:

• Excellent ongoing CPD, training programmes, and vast career development opportunities across the trust.
• Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team and a comprehensive induction programme.
• A friendly, collaborative environment committed to work-life balance.
• Employee benefits including a Cycle to Work scheme, free eye tests, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

About TKAT

Bridgemary School is proud to be part of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England. Within the #oneTKATfamily, our shared purpose is to work together to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high-quality education.

How to Apply

To discover what makes Bridgemary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the Recruitment team on 01329 319966 or email ***email_hidden***.

To download an application pack, please visit our website at www.bridgemary-tkat.org and return your completed application form to ***email_hidden***.

• Closing Date for Applications: Friday 26th June 2026
• (We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, so early submission is encouraged).

Safeguarding & Inclusion

Bridgemary School and TKAT are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We embrace and celebrate differences, actively encouraging applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

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