Mindfulness and Wellbeing

  • 23 Feb 2026

    The exams officer survival guide: Thriving under deadlines

    If you’ve ever found yourself answering three emails at once while sorting seating plans, calming a worried teacher, and triple-checking access arrangements - all before your first cup of tea - then like me, you’re an exams officer.

    And if that sounds familiar, you also know this role isn’t just about data and logistics. It’s about pressure. Timelines. People. Accuracy. Calm in chaos. And holding it all together when things feel like they could unravel at any moment.

    But here’s the good news: you can thrive under deadline. You can go beyond just getting through the exam season - you can feel confident, clear-headed, and even calm (yes, really).

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  • 27 Jan 2026

    Thinking well: The key to reducing exam stress

    Although our role as Exam Officers mainly covers all things admin related, we often see our students struggling to handle the mental stress that comes along with exams.  Here we look at some simple stress busting ideas you can share in your supporting role and use yourself to keep on top of any mental overload.

    We often tell students to “just do their best” in exams. But when stress takes over, that simple phrase can feel impossible. They can be the most prepared student in the room, but if their panic kicks in, revision notes blur, or their mind goes blank, all that learning can feel out of reach.

    It’s not laziness or lack of effort on anyone’s part — it’s how stress affects our brains.

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  • 13 Jan 2026

    Fresh Start 2026: Time for a declutter and new focus

    As we step into the new year, here’s an invitation to pause, and take a breath. The start of 2026 isn’t just another date on the calendar — it’s a chance to bring in the new with a calmer way of working.

    Let’s be honest: the role of exam officer is a demanding one. We all juggle with deadlines, handling data and people. It’s no surprise that our desks become messy, inboxes overflow, while stress builds quietly in the background. But what if things this year could feel different?

    This is your guide to decluttering your space, reviewing your systems, and looking at how you manage your working day! Small changes now can make a big difference to how the rest of your year unfolds — not just in how you work, but in how you feel.

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  • 28 Nov 2025

    A reflective look at teamwork, collaboration and what comes next

    As the final weeks of term unfold, it is a valuable opportunity for us as exam officers to step back and consider the bigger picture - not just what was achieved, but how it was achieved. Behind every deadline met and timetable managed lies a lot of collaboration, communication, and daily problem-solving.

    Now is traditionally the time to reflect on those working relationships, notice what supported your role, and recognise where things could run more smoothly next time.

    We are continually preparing – and responding. We work not only with awarding bodies and admin teams but also with senior leaders, pastoral staff, parents, and teachers.

    So before you rush into January planning, take a moment to reflect:
     

    What worked, what didn’t — and how can you carry those insights forward into the new year?

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  • 01 Nov 2025

    How to show gratitude and give back: Meaningful ways to appreciate centre staff

    November is the perfect moment to pause and recognise the people who have worked alongside you to keep things moving. It’s an opportunity to show your appreciation for the effort others have put into support, assist and keep you going.

    So much of what makes a school successful happens behind the scenes - and often without thanks.

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  • 28 Sep 2025

    Why thinking skills matter just as much as subject skills in exam prep

    As exam officers, our role is often seen as logistical—making sure the right papers are in the right rooms, at the right time, with the right invigilators. But if you look a little wider, you’ll see something more: we’re also part of a much bigger mission—to help every student show what they’re capable of in the fairest possible conditions.

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