Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented professional looking to play a pivotal part in student success? We are seeking an Exams Assistant to join the heart of our academy’s operations. Working directly with the Exams Manager, you will be the central coordinator of our assessment cycle - ensuring every student has the right paper, the right room, and the right support at the moment it matters most.
This is more than just administration; it is about maintaining the integrity of our students' hard work. From coordinating our vital team of invigilators to managing complex data and access arrangements, you will create the calm, compliant, and professional environment our students need to thrive.
If you are a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting and prides yourself on absolute accuracy, we would love to hear from you.
This is a permanent opportunity, offering 13 hours per week, term time only. These hours will be split across 2 days.
Working with us at Leigh Academy Mascalls
Leigh Academy Mascalls is a high-achieving, community-focused school where every student is known, supported and challenged to thrive. Our unique small school model, divided into four distinct colleges, fosters a personalised learning environment, empowering students to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and ambitious setting.
Recognised by Ofsted as a ‘Good’ school with ‘Outstanding’ leadership and behaviour, we’re proud of our culture of high expectations, strong relationships and a shared commitment to excellence. As noted in our latest inspection, Mascalls is “a happy place to be” where “staff feel valued” and where leadership is focused on supporting both student and staff success.
Our modern facilities combine light, open spaces with character-rich buildings, creating an inspiring environment for teaching and learning. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned educator, you’ll join a team driven by innovation, professional growth and a passion for transforming lives.
Be part of our journey toward excellence, where your ideas are valued, your impact is real, and your career can truly flourish. To find out more about Leigh Academy Mascalls, please click here.
Applying for this Opportunity
Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor): amy.wenban@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 205.
To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.
Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity
Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.