Temporary Standardisation Administrator
AQAThe Breakroom Take
- People enjoy this job
- Good employer
- Respectful managers
- Proper training
- Proper breaks
About AQA
AQA is a qualification awarding body. They set and mark exams including GCSE and AS and A level as well as offering vocational qualifications.
Job description from AQA
Looking to fill a gap on your CV? Need a job with a purpose?
You could be moments away from making an application to AQA, a company that makes a considerable impact within the world of education. Not only will this role provide you with a fulfilling purpose, it'll also be a great opportunity to gain experience of key skills.
You'll play an important role within our busy and dynamic team. Tasks include preparing materials for our training events, using bespoke software (with full training), supporting meetings and working closely with colleagues to ensure that effective marking and moderation can take place.
All we ask is that you can demonstrate your:
- excellent attention to detail
- exceptional planning and organisation skills
- ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure
- good customer service and IT skills
From day one we'll make sure you're fully equipped and trained. You'll become part of a diverse and supportive team where you'll be playing a vital role in ensuring that exam results are delivered on time across the country (and even internationally).
Whilst you're here, you'll also be opening doors to other permanent and temporary opportunities around the business.
Applications will be reviewed as we receive them, so please get your application in as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close our advert early!
Hourly rate: £13.10 p/h
Start dates: April until June/July 2025
Hours: 35 hours a week; 7 hour shifts between 8am and 7pm. Weekend shifts will be shared amongst the team. There may also be opportunities for additional hours, depending on business need and availability.
Location: University of Manchester campus, hybrid work
'AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique.'
What employees say
Pay
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Good
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Most people are paid a living wage
Do AQA pay administrators enough to live on?
Most people are paid a living wage.
How we know this
90% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and October 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
Good
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Most people are paid market rates
Do AQA pay administrators market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
70% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and October 2024.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do administrators at AQA get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
70% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and October 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Hours and flexibility
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Good
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it for administrators to take sick leave at AQA?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and October 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do administrators at AQA feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
80% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and October 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
Okay
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Only some people recommend their team
Do administrators at AQA recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and October 2024.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Most people get enough training
Do administrators get enough training when they start at AQA?
Most people got enough training when they started.
How we know this
80% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and October 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
What AQA employees say about their job
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Best thing
Friendly staff good training
Worst thing
Short deadlines due to the nature of the work
Administrator at AQA, August 2023
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