A two-part training programme specifically designed for new exams managers/officers and those exams officers requiring a refresher course.
This training is also relevant for senior leaders/line managers who need to acquire a good working knowledge of the examination system.
The Exams Office is delighted to announce Cambridge OCR as our exclusive awarding body training partner for all UK exams managers/officers and senior leader/line manager training events.
This partnership enables us to deliver high‑quality training and professional development for exams managers/officers and senior leaders across the country.
Each September/October and February/March, The Exams Office runs a national programme of events designed specifically for new exams managers/officers and senior leaders/line managers. The Actions for Autumn training events support those who are new to the role in planning and preparing for the academic year ahead, whilst the Spring into Summer training help new exams managers/officers prepare for the summer exam series.
Who is this training for and what will it cover?
These events are designed to support new exams managers/officers by:
Actions for Autumn
- Highlighting tasks which must be completed and key activities which take place in the first half of the academic year
- Confirming key deadlines
- Provide good practice hints and tips
- Developing confidence to effectively manage exams and assessments
Spring into Summer
- Supporting preparations for the summer exam series
- Providing practical guidance on key tasks and activities
- Highlighting key dates and deadlines
- Giving good practice recommendations to support the management of the summer exam series
- Developing confidence to successfully manage a summer exam series
This training also supports senior leaders/line managers in developing their knowledge and understanding of examination processes and supporting contingency and succession planning within their centre.
All events start at 09:00 (registration from 08:15) and finish by 16:00
Please note that photographs may be taken at some events for promotional purposes
New Exams Manager/Officer Training 2026/2027
Actions for Autumn
| Date | Location | Venue | Booking status | Delegate letter |
| TBC | Bristol | Ashton Gate Stadium, Ashton Rd, Bristol BS3 2EJ | Bookings taken from mid-April | Available September 2026 |
| TBC | Midlands | The International Convention Centre (ICC), | Bookings taken from mid-April | Available September 2026 |
| TBC | London | Wembley Stadium (Bobby Moore & Wembley Suites), Wembley Park, Wembley HA9 0WS | Bookings taken from mid-April | Available September 2026 |
| TBC | Manchester | Emirates Old Trafford, Lancashire Cricket Club (The Point & 1864 suites), Talbot Rd, Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester M16 0PX | Bookings taken from mid-April | Available September 2026 |
| TBC | Leeds | TBC | Bookings taken from mid-April | Available September 2026 |
Spring into Summer
| Date | Location | Venue | Booking status | Delegate letter |
| TBC | Bristol | Ashton Gate Stadium, Ashton Rd, Bristol BS3 2EJ | Bookings taken from mid-April | Available September 2026 |
| TBC | Midlands | The International Convention Centre (ICC), | Bookings taken from mid-April | Available September 2026 |
| TBC | London | Wembley Stadium (Bobby Moore & Wembley Suites), Wembley Park, Wembley HA9 0WS | Bookings taken from mid-April | Available September 2026 |
| TBC | Manchester | Emirates Old Trafford, Lancashire Cricket Club (The Point & 1864 suites), Talbot Rd, Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester M16 0PX | Bookings taken from mid-April | Available September 2026 |
| TBC | Leeds | TBC | Bookings taken from mid-April | Available September 2026 |
Content (indicative)
Actions for Autumn
- The exams manager/officer role
- The exam system
- The ‘exam cycle’
- Assessment
- Exam planning
- Sharing exam and assessment information
- Confidential assessment materials
- Centre policies and procedures
- Access arrangements and reasonable adjustments
- Entries
- The invigilation team
Spring into Summer
- Support and guidance
- Post-entry submission tasks
- Pre-exams
- Access arrangements
- Confidential assessment materials
- Timetabling, rooming and seating plans
- Sharing exam information and guidance
- Training and scheduling invigilators
- Non-exam assessment
- Exam time
- Managing an exam day
- The JCQ general centre inspection
- Packing and sending exam scripts
Cost
Members of The Exams Office and Cambridge OCR centres can access the following delegate discount:
- Delegate rate – £275 per delegate (discounted from £295)
- Two delegates from the same centre – £495 (£250 for all subsequent delegates from the same centre)
Prices are exclusive of VAT.
This is a full day event with refreshments and lunch included.
Delegate information
Delegate letters (available September 2026)
Please note that delegate information is shared with Cambridge OCR to enable their customer support team to contact exams managers/officers and senior leaders to offer support, advice and guidance.
Training format
Indicative timings for each event are:
- 8.15 onwards: Registration and refreshments
- 9.00 – Welcome and introductions
- 10.30/10.45 – Break
- 12.30/12.45 – Lunch
- 2.30/2.45 – Break
- 3.45/4.00 – Close
From September 2026, The Exams Office will be providing a live stream of this event, broadcasting directly from the training taking place at Wembley Stadium.
Members of The Exams Office will be able to join the event remotely from their centre or any other suitable location.
The live stream will include a live‑pause feature and can be watched again at any time after the event.
The stream will be available via The Exams Office Hub.
To join on the day, please follow the instructions below:
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Login to the The Exams Office Hub
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Navigate to Resources > Training Videos
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Select the Exams Changes category
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Select the Exams Changes 2026/2027 video
⚠️ When prompted, enter the given PIN to view the live stream. The PIN will be detailed on the page containing the live stream.
Will a certificate be issued for this event?
Yes, after all the events take place and your attendance on the day is confirmed, your CPD certificate of attendance will be sent via email.
What are the terms and conditions for bookings?
All members of The Exams Office will have free access to a live stream of this Exam Changes training and the Actions for Autumn and Spring into Summer training as part of their membership. The live stream will also be made available to all delegates after the final event as a series of videos relevant to each content area. Delegates who cancel within 28 days of the event or fail to attend on the day will be directed to this stream/post-event videos and receive course materials via post, but will not receive a refund/credit for a future event.
Refunds cannot be given if a cancellation is made within 28 days of the event, however, course materials will be sent to delegates. For further information on our cancellation policy/refund process, please see our terms and conditions.
