Examination Coordinator (ORE)

Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the day-to-day delivery of the General Dental Council’s Overseas Registration Examination (ORE) Part 2, as delivery expands for candidates seeking registration as dentists in the UK.

We are seeking an experienced and organised administrator to join the team and play a key role in supporting the efficient delivery of the exam. The post holder will be responsible for providing comprehensive high-level support for both the Medical Emergencies and Diagnosis and Treatment Planning components of the examination.

This is an onsite role based at the Royal National ENT & Eastman Dental Hospitals, part of University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

This role would suit a proactive and organised individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in attention to detail, and is motivated to contribute to a professional and high-performing examination.

The post holder will ensure exams run smoothly and efficiently, maintaining accurate records, managing queries, and supporting quality assurance processes that enhance the overall candidate and examiner experience.

You will be involved in coordinating exam logistics, preparing materials and schedules, and acting as a key point of contact for candidates, examiners, and stakeholders.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

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Person specification:

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience of examination delivery and support

Desirable

  • Experience in an Education and Training

Communication

Essential

  • Experienced in and confident at communicating with all levels of staff, including internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage any sensitive issues relating to examination delivery

Desirable

  • Able to confidently deliver presentations to large groups

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent standard of keyboard skills and experience of using Microsoft Packages
  • Demonstrable experience of database and spreadsheet use, including data entry and report production
  • High-level office administration skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
  • Ability to advise and respond to multiple queries & objectives.
  • Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own work to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to make judgements and decisions based on information received.
  • Excellent attention to detail and high standard of accuracy Ability to present data and information in meaningful formats for written reports.
  • Focus on professionalism and follow standard procedures

Specific Requirements

Essential

  • Weekend support will be required at least 4-5 times per year
  • It may be necessary to work outside of the core working hours of 9-5pm

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree level qualification or equivalent level of knowledge/experience
  • Knowledge of examination management

Desirable

  • MS Excel qualification
  • Knowledge and understanding of clinical exams

Personal and People Development

Essential

  • Flexible and proactive approach
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to act at all times within the framework of the Equal Opportunities & Diversity policy
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