Exams Lead and Compliance Manager

Exams Lead and Compliance Manager

Grade 8, SCP 32-35 | 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year | Permanent

Are you an experienced examinations professional looking for the opportunity to lead, influence and make a difference at both school and Trust level?

Tapton School, part of INOVA Multi-Academy Trust, is seeking an exceptional Exams Lead and Compliance Manager to lead the delivery of all internal and external examinations at Tapton School while providing strategic examinations leadership and compliance oversight across the Trust's secondary schools. 

This is a unique opportunity for a highly organised and knowledgeable professional to combine hands-on operational leadership with Trust-wide quality assurance and improvement work. You will act as Tapton School's lead Examinations Officer, ensuring examinations are delivered securely, efficiently and in full compliance with JCQ, awarding body and regulatory requirements. In addition, you will support schools across the Trust through training, guidance, policy development and compliance monitoring. 

What you'll be doing

Leading the administration and delivery of all internal and external examinations at Tapton School.

Managing examination entries, timetabling, results processing and post-results services.

Leading and developing examination staff and invigilator teams.

Ensuring full compliance with JCQ, Ofqual and awarding body regulations.

Developing and implementing Trust-wide examinations policies, procedures and contingency planning.

Providing professional advice, training and support to examinations teams across the Trust.

Supporting quality assurance, compliance reviews and continuous improvement across secondary schools.

What we're looking for

The successful candidate will bring:

Significant experience of managing examinations within a school or educational setting.

Detailed knowledge of JCQ regulations, access arrangements and examination procedures.

Strong leadership and people management skills.

Excellent organisational, analytical and communication abilities.

Experience of advising senior leaders and delivering training.

A commitment to high standards, accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement.

Why join us?

INOVA Multi-Academy Trust is a values-led organisation committed to Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence. We believe in developing talented professionals, supporting our communities and ensuring every learner can thrive.

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside school and Trust leaders, shape examinations practice across multiple schools and play a vital role in supporting pupil success.

For further information regarding the post contact Sam Simmons at Tapton School

Closing Date

Monday 2 November 2026 at 9.00am. 

Join us and help ensure examination excellence, compliance and outstanding support for pupils across School and the wider Trust.