Data & Examinations Administrator
About This Role
Are you someone who thrives on accuracy, organisation, and keeping complex processes running smoothly? Do you enjoy working behind the scenes to make sure everything is in the right place at the right time? Are you confident communicating with others and following up details to ensure nothing is missed?
Job Title: Data & Examinations Administrator
Location: Caister Academy, Caister-on-Sea, Norfolk
Salary: Scale D, points 5-6 £25,583 - £25,989 (FTE), actual £9,149 - £9,294
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: 15 hours, 40 weeks. 8:00 – 16:00 2 days per week.
Application Closing Date: 19th April 2026 Caister Academy are seeking an organised, confident, and detail‑driven individual who enjoys working with data and supporting the smooth running of school systems. You will have strong experience using Microsoft Office365 - particularly Excel and Word - and feel comfortable managing information with accuracy and care. While prior knowledge of examination processes is desirable, it isn’t essential; what matters most is your willingness to learn and your commitment to maintaining high standards. You’ll be someone who can work independently as well as part of a close‑knit team, with the confidence to follow up queries, seek clarification when needed, and communicate clearly in writing. If you take pride in being reliable, proactive, and supportive, and you’re looking for a role where your attention to detail truly makes a difference, we would be excited to hear from you. Our Ideal candidate will have: GCSE English and Maths, minimum Grade 4 or equivalent Experience in the use of MIS systems Knowledge of academic data, including grading systems Good ICT, oral, and written communication skills The Data & Examination Team is a small, highly organised department that plays a crucial role in supporting the smooth running of the school. Led by the Data and Examinations Manager, the team oversees all aspects of data collection, reporting to parents, parents’ evenings, timetable and set changes, and the full examinations process. You will work closely with the Manager to support these key functions, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and excellent communication across the academy. The team is further supported by a dedicated group of trained invigilators. Professional development is a strong feature of the department. All administrative staff have access to high‑quality CPD, including training in the school’s MIS (Arbor), advanced Microsoft tools such as PowerBI, and on‑demand trust‑wide training created by colleagues across the organisation. Additional CPD from external service providers is also available and can be tailored to individual needs. Caister Academy is a vibrant, community-rooted school where high expectations and strong values shape every student’s journey. We believe that by removing barriers to learning, we empower young people to achieve excellent outcomes and lead fulfilling, successful lives. If you would like to get a feel for what it is like to work at Caister Academy, we encourage you to watch our recruitment video – it offers a genuine glimpse into our culture, our values, and the enthusiasm that drives our school community. Caister Academy was founded in 1950 to serve the local area and has grown to welcome students from surrounding villages and Great Yarmouth. Since joining the Creative Education Trust in 2015, we have flourished as an 11–16 co-educational school, with a specialism in literature and the performing arts. We are proud of our past, passionate about our present, and ambitious for our future. We invite you to join our community and be part of a school that celebrates heritage, values character, and champions success. To find out more please visit our website. Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we’ve worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner. We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future. We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together. Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities. Submit your application directly through our website. We warmly welcome visits to our school, and if you'd like to arrange a visit or confidential conversation with the Line Manager, our friendly HR/Recruitment team is here to help. Reach out to us at recruitment@creativeeducationtrust.org.uk, and we'll be delighted to assist you. Want to stay connected? Join our Talent Pool here and be the first to hear about future opportunities. Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility. All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview. The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.Interview Date: w/c 27th April 2026
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