Examinations and Assessment Manager Drama, Film and Theatre Studies

Background The State Examinations Commission (SEC) has responsibility, for the operation of the State Certificate examinations. Its remit includes the development, assessment, accreditation and certification of examinations, including the Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied and Junior Cycle examinations. The Examinations and Assessment Division (EAD) is the professional division of the SEC responsible for ensuring the quality and effective conduct of all of the Commission’s examinations. This involves taking all necessary actions to maintain parity of standards in each subject from year to year and ensuring compliance with the requirements and procedures of the Commission. It involves ensuring that full account is taken of all relevant legislation in areas such as equality, antidiscrimination, special educational needs, etc. The EAD is also responsible for research and development in the organisation. The EAD comprises the Head of Examinations and Assessment Division (Deputy Chief Inspector level), four Assistant Heads (Assistant Chief Inspector level) and approximately 44 Examinations and Assessment Managers.

Vacancies The SEC now have a vacancy for an Examinations and Assessment Manager (EAM) in the area of Drama, Film and Theatre Studies. A panel will be formed from which this position will be filled. It is not expected that appointments will be made from this panel after December 2026.

The Role The Examinations and Assessment Manager (Drama, Film and Theatre Studies) will report to an Assistant Head of the Examinations and Assessment Division and have the following key responsibilities: • Acting as Examinations and Assessment Manager for assigned examinations which may also include managing examinations in other curricular subjects; • Preparing examination papers and other examination-related material; • Managing the marking of examination papers and other related components in the assigned examinations; • Developing marking schemes and all other relevant documentation to the required standards; • Managing the marking and appeals process in assigned examinations; • Maintaining standards from year to year; • Advising on the appointment of contract staff, as required; • Managing the performance of assigned contract staff, including their training needs, as required; • Providing professional advice to the State Examinations Commission; • Interacting with school management and staff; • Ensuring the quality and effective conduct of the state examinations; • Representing the SEC in national and international fora.

Please note that the above is a general guide to the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive description. Other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role may be assigned from time to time by the relevant line manager. Working Environment The SEC headquarters is located in Athlone, Co. Westmeath. Examination and Assessment Managers are located throughout the country, in regional, local, and home offices. Blended working is available subject to Civil Service and current SEC policy. From time to time, the Examinations and Assessment Manager Drama, Film and Theatre Studies may be required to travel domestically to attend meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences etc. Travel and subsistence will be paid in accordance with Civil Service regulations.

Training and Development The SEC highly value supporting career and personal development. They encourage growth and development in areas such as leadership, team building, and interpersonal communication whilst fostering a collaborative environment. The SEC have a range of learning and development supports, including educational assistance, tailored in-house learning and OneLearning – training initiatives. They also provide access to a variety of different programmes for employee assistance, occupational health and wellbeing, lunch and learn seminars, wellbeing initiatives, mentoring and recognition awards. Key Information: Examinations and Assessment Manager Drama, Film and Theatre Studies Salary Range: From €64,487 to €110,580 (LSI2)

Annual Leave: 30 days Hours of attendance: 41 hours and 15 minutes gross per week ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Essential Candidates must: 1. On or before 15th May 2025 a) (i) (Hold a degree of at least Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (minimum 1st or 2nd class honours degree) or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent in which a subject(s) in a discipline directly related to Drama, and/or Film and/or Theatre Studies was taken as a major subject(s)1 in the final degree; or (ii) Hold qualification(s) in which the level and volume of learning in any combination of relevant subjects would be deemed equivalent a) (i) above. (Please note that publicjobs will have regard to the expertise and views of the SEC in determining equivalence; and b) Have a recognised teacher education qualification relevant to second level (postprimary) education (minimum Level 8 on the NFQ) gained through a concurrent or consecutive route; and c) Have at least five years’ satisfactory service as a teacher at second level (postprimary) subsequent to the granting of full registration or being eligible to be granted full registration under the post-primary route with the Teaching Council of Ireland (or with an equivalent body in another jurisdiction), at least two years of which must be continuous service in one recognised school or centre for education in Ireland or in a second level (post-primary) school in another jurisdiction.

Candidates must also be able to demonstrate: 2. A comprehensive knowledge of Drama, Film and Theatre Studies; 3. Excellent communicative skills in English and have a reasonable knowledge of Irish; 4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, 5. Comprehensive IT skills; 6. A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the second level (post-primary) education system in Ireland; 7. The requisite knowledge, ability and skills (including knowledge of relevant legislation and the Irish education system) and be suitable to discharge the duties of the position. Desirable • Qualifications and experience that exceed the minima described under Essential Entry Requirements above, including relevant post-graduate qualifications; • Competence and/or qualifications in any other subject assessed by the State Examinations Commission; • Knowledge and experience in the areas of examinations and assessment; • Knowledge of assessment principles; • Knowledge of curriculum and assessment developments; • Registration with the Teaching Council in Ireland on the basis of qualifications recognised for the purpose of registration as a teacher of any second level (post-primary) curricular subject; • Experience in leading and managing teams; • Ability to implement established procedures/protocols; • Excellent analytical and decision-making skills; • Ability to think creatively and to convey ideas effectively; • Current full driving licence (Category B), valid in Ireland. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.