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Geri Thompson

Sheffield

Summary


Dedicated professional with expertise in managing complex schedules and administrative tasks efficiently. Strong communication and problem-solving skills, combined with a high level of attention to detail. Committed to enhancing processes to ensure smooth operations and improved efficiency. Consistently seeks to coach and mentor other team members.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Exams officer

Mount St Mary's College
Spinkhill, Derbyshire
05.2022 - 07.2025
  • Managed the entire process for internal and external exams in an independent 11-18 school, including registrations, entry submission, delivery of JCQ compliant exam series' and timely results and post results provision.
  • Worked to multiple, strict administrative deadlines with precise attention to detail, following complex rules and regulations. Failure to meet these can have an impact on student's results as well as the school's costs
  • Build positive relationships with multiple stakeholders including awarding organisations, teaching staff, SENCo, students and parents, handling sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality throughout.
  • Maintained composure and professionalism under pressure whilst dealing with unpredictable situations or emergencies during exams balancing empathy for students with compliance to regulations
  • Responsible for the ongoing recruitment, management and annual training of the invigilation team leading to enhanced execution of duties and a smooth exam series for the students.


Assistant Exams Officer

North Notts College
Worksop, Nottinghamshire
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Assistant lead in a Further Education exams team, managing the exam process for vocational and general qualifications for full time students and apprentices.
  • Responsible for the smooth and compliant administration of all exams and qualification claims within the college. This role involved significant administrative, organisational, and communication skills, requiring close collaboration with staff, students, and external bodies.

Invigilator

Oakwood High School
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
04.2016 - 03.2020
  • Responsible for the seamless conduct of examinations across multiple exam venues. Adhered strictly to invigilation guidelines as provided by examining bodies, promoting consistency and professionalism throughout my role.

Parent Governor and Voluntary Classroom Assistant

Todwick Primary School
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
02.2013 - 03.2020
  • Parent Governor with responsibility for training and development.
  • Volunteered in class as required, supporting small groups of pupils with learning tasks and offered assistance to teachers with administrative support and classroom management.

Sales Support Manager

Palmer and Harvey
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
03.2000 - 12.2012
  • Liaised with sales, marketing teams and manufacturers to ensure optimal range and product levels
  • Managed key national accounts providing excellent customer service

Merchandiser

Minit Uk/ Gullivers Travelgoods
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
05.1992 - 01.2000
  • Worked closely with buyers and manufacturers, managing the product range and budget for a chain of retail stores.

Allocator/ Senior Allocator

Top Man Head Office
London, London
10.1989 - 02.1992

Analysed sales and allocated merchandise to meet and exceed sales targets

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Teaching and Learning in Schools

My Distance Learning College
Online
11.2012 - 03.2014

BA Hons - Business Studies

Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool
10.1984 - 05.1988

International Baccalaureate -

St Mary's College
Newcastle upon Tyne
09.1982 - 06.1984

O Levels - 9 Subjects incl. Maths and English

La Sagesse High School
Newcastle upon Tyne
09.1980 - 06.1982

Skills

  • Exam administration
  • Team management
  • Time management
  • Organisational skills
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication skills
  • Compliance management
  • Team training

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Exams officer

Mount St Mary's College
05.2022 - 07.2025

Assistant Exams Officer

North Notts College
09.2020 - 05.2022

Invigilator

Oakwood High School
04.2016 - 03.2020

Parent Governor and Voluntary Classroom Assistant

Todwick Primary School
02.2013 - 03.2020

NVQ Level 3 - Teaching and Learning in Schools

My Distance Learning College
11.2012 - 03.2014

Sales Support Manager

Palmer and Harvey
03.2000 - 12.2012

Merchandiser

Minit Uk/ Gullivers Travelgoods
05.1992 - 01.2000

Allocator/ Senior Allocator

Top Man Head Office
10.1989 - 02.1992

BA Hons - Business Studies

Liverpool John Moores University
10.1984 - 05.1988

International Baccalaureate -

St Mary's College
09.1982 - 06.1984

O Levels - 9 Subjects incl. Maths and English

La Sagesse High School
09.1980 - 06.1982
Geri Thompson