Assessment & Progressions Assistant
£14.18 per hour
Manchester City Centre
Full-time, Temporary (minimum 4 weeks)
Hybrid working (3–4 days per week on site)
Overall job purpose:
To provide operational support to the Assessments Team during a busy examination period, contributing to the smooth delivery of live exams, preparation activities, and associated administrative processes within a higher education setting.
Key responsibilities:
Invigilate live, in-person examinations, ensuring all procedures are followed and supporting a fair and well-managed exam environment.
Print, prepare, and organise examination materials in advance of scheduled assessments.
Assist with general exam preparation tasks, responding to shifting priorities during the peak May exam period.
Support elements of data processing related to assessments, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Work flexibly across the team, stepping into tasks as required to meet tight deadlines and operational demands.
Attend campus on specific days as needed for exam invigilation or other in-person duties.Candidate requirements:
Strong attention to detail, particularly when handling data and exam-related documentation.
Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing priorities during a high-pressure period.
Reliable, proactive, and comfortable supporting a range of operational tasks.
Confident working both independently and as part of a busy team.
Available to work on campus 3–4 days per week, with additional on-site attendance when required for exam duties.
If this sounds like the right role for you, please submit your up-to-date CV.
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