Examinations Officer - Cranleigh Abu Dhabi

Cranleigh Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

Job type: Full Time, Fixed Term Start date: 01 November 2025 Apply by: 24 October 2025

Job overview

Due to continued growth, Cranleigh Abu Dhabi are looking to appoint another passionate and dynamic Examinations Officer to join our thriving team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, experienced, and forward-thinking candidate!
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi sits at the entrance to Saadiyat’s emerging Cultural District in keeping with the school’s motto, ‘Ex Cultu Robur’ – ‘From Culture Comes Strength’. Built over seven hectares, the bespoke campus is situated within minutes of New York University Abu Dhabi and the beautiful Saadiyat Beach, as well as the magnificent Louvre Abu Dhabi and the vibrant Berklee College of Music
In addition to the broad academic curriculum, our daily routine offers a wealth of opportunities that allow pupils to explore their full range of talents in fine arts, performing arts, music, sport and other activities such as gymnastics, golf, horse riding and debating to name but a few. We are looking for first-class educators to join our vibrant team and work with us in our pursuit of excellence
Role Summary: The Examinations Officer is responsible for the organisation, administration, and smooth operation of all internal and external examinations. This includes coordinating exam timetables, managing entries, ensuring compliance with examination board regulations, and maintaining the integrity and security of all examination processes
Key Responsibilities:

• Examination Coordination: Plan and manage all internal and external examination timetables in line with awarding body requirements.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all examination procedures comply with JCQ and examination board regulations, maintaining the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality.
• Communication: Act as the key point of contact for students, staff, parents, and examination boards regarding examination arrangements, protocols, and policies.
• Administration and Data Management: Manage examination entries, amendments, and withdrawals; produce seating plans, candidate timetables, and exam materials; maintain accurate records on school systems.
• Logistics and Invigilation: Organise and train invigilators; allocate rooms, resources, and equipment; ensure all examination spaces are appropriately prepared.
• Results and Post-Results Services: Coordinate the secure receipt and distribution of results; assist with enquiries, re-marks, and certification processes.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: Handle all examination materials, student data, and correspondence with absolute confidentiality and discretion.
• Flexibility: Be available to work extended hours or weekends during peak examination periods as required.

Cranleigh & Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance

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About Cranleigh Abu Dhabi

Cranleigh Abu Dhabi PO Box 51072, Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

+971 4970000

Cranleigh Abu Dhabi provides a truly transformative experience in which intellectual, artistic, sporting, spiritual and social development is at the heart.

Based on the community and family-oriented ethos of Cranleigh UK, one of England’s leading independent schools founded in 1865, Cranleigh Abu Dhabi opened on Saadiyat Island in September 2014.

Now in our eighth year with a pupil population of over 1,800 spanning Foundation Stage 1 to Year 13, we are proud to be rated as Outstanding by ADEK and ranked in the top 100 Private Schools around the world and in the top 15 Private Schools in the Middle East.

Our educational philosophy centres on the unique talents of each child, recognising and nurturing the innate ability in every individual. Through our supportive family atmosphere, we aim to produce grounded young men and women capable of tackling life’s challenges with confidence, determination and courage.

Teaching and learning at Cranleigh is innovative. The academic team is expected to be energetic, engaging and able to introduce fresh creative ideas into every lesson.

Our focus on innovation is clearly evidenced in our Sixth Form Programme. Sixth Formers at Cranleigh Abu Dhabi are taught using both traditional and Harkness style methods, and study the Extended Project Qualification alongside A Levels and BTECs. Creative opportunities for leadership development, career planning and work experience ensure students gain the insight, confidence and skills required to support their university applications, and ultimately their future lives in the workplace.

Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is located in Saadiyat’s emerging Cultural District in keeping with the school’s motto, ‘Ex Cultu Robur’ – ‘From Culture Comes Strength’. Built over seven hectares, the bespoke campus is situated within minutes of New York University Abu Dhabi and the beautiful Saadiyat Beach, as well as the magnificent Louvre Abu Dhabi and the vibrant Berklee College of Music In addition to the broad academic curriculum, our daily routine offers a wealth of opportunities that allow pupils to explore their full range of talents in fine arts, performing arts, design and technology, sport and other activities such as debating, photography, coding and robotics to name but a few. Our Instagram and Facebook pages give an even better idea of day-today life at Cranleigh Abu Dhabi

We are looking for first class teachers to join our vibrant team and work with us in our pursuit of excellence. Attractive packages will reflect the professionalism of our staff and the value we place on them.

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