Ref BA10 Business Administration Apprentice (Exams)

The below duties are appliable to both examinations that are carried out at Cardinal Newman and LUSoM.

· Maintain a current understanding of Awarding Organisation regulations and processes via Awarding Organisation websites and training.

· Provide an accurate, efficient data processing and administrative service within the Examinations team maintaining manual and computerised records.

· Process entries to and results from Awarding Organisations via the college database (Unit-e/A2C) and Awarding Organisation websites. Analyse and resolve errors. Record and despatch results and certificates.

· Liaise with students, Additional Support, Awarding Organisations and the curriculum to ensure that students with additional support needs receive appropriate access arrangements.

· Ensure invigilation, rooming and specialist equipment is arranged for all examinations.

· Ensure that adequate materials are available for examination sessions and that all examinations are conducted in accordance with the regulations and requirements of Awarding Organisations and that security of papers is maintained.

· Promote the development of computerised systems to produce information relating to qualifications in liaison with the Information Services team.

· Keep up to date with developments in examination administration through attendance at meetings, training and conferences as appropriate.

· Check and prepare examination materials to ensure that the correct papers, quantities and instructions are available for each examination whilst maintaining the necessary security and confidentiality.

· Ensure completed answer scripts are prepared and packaged for dispatch to Awarding Organisations or Examiners in accordance with regulations.

· Field enquiries from students, staff, parents and external bodies or refer as appropriate.

· Check Awarding Organisation invoices against entries, follow up queries and make internal recharges as appropriate.

· Assist in the development, implementation and documentation of effective systems and procedures relating to examinations.

· To provide departmental cover during periods of staff absence.

· Be proactive in maintaining effective links with curriculum in respect to course, student and examination information.

· Attain an understanding of the context in which data is processed (i.e., why data is collected and stored in the way it is) and convey this to other users.

· Perform all of the above duties in accordance with all relevant and current College policies, procedures and regulations including those relating to Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Teaching and Learning, Quality Assurance, Financial Matters, Employment Matters and Data Protection Act.

· Any other job-related activities as requested appropriate to the grading of the post.

 

Training:

This Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship is completed within the workplace. You will be assessed through written work and observation throughout your training. You will be given time by your employer to complete portfolio work, attend training, workplace shadowing and any other opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Training Outcome:

As part of this apprenticeship, you will be undertaking a Level 3 Business Administration qualification, enabling you to build valuable skills and knowledge for a successful career in administration

Employer Description:
We are a happy and thriving Catholic Sixth Form College committed to equality and diversity, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds into our community irrespective of their religion or belief, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status. An outstanding college in every aspect, Cardinal Newman is one of the highest performing Sixth Form Colleges nationally for Value Added. We recognise the invaluable contribution our dedicated staff make to the success of our students and the College as whole. As such, our aim is to foster a culture where staff feel valued and supported.

Working Hours :
37 hours per week, term time plus 4 weeks.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills