Data, Examinations and Compliance Officer

Waltham Forest; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

London Borough of Waltham Forest's Walthamstow School for Girls in London invites applications for a Data, Examinations and Compliance Officer. The role covers managing administration of external and internal examinations and ensuring compliance with JCQ regulations, data handling and safeguarding processes.

You will lead a small invigilator team, be highly organised, and able to work under pressure while developing and implementing new systems across MIS and data analysis functions.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of data analysis, MIS, compliance or examinations administration.
• Ability to lead a team of invigilators and manage examinations workflows.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration of external and internal examinations in line with JCQ regulations.
• Ensure safeguarding and data handling standards are maintained across processes.
• Develop and implement new data/mIS systems to support exam operations.

Skills

Data analysis

Team leadership

Compliance

Tools

Management Information Systems

Job description

Data, Examinations and Compliance Officer

Employer: London Borough Of Waltham Forest

Location: Walthamstow School For Girls, Church Hill, Walthamstow, London ,

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time

Hours: 36 hours per week over 48.95/49.62 weeks per year.

Closing Date: 29/09/2026 at 09:00

Reference: SCH/26/344333

Data, Examinations and Compliance Officer

Requiredas soon as possible

Hours: 36 hours per week,48.95/49.62weeks per year, including two weeks in August for processing and analysing exam results

• Would you like to contribute to the strategic use of data and compliance ina highly successfulschool, knowing that it will make a difference to the lives of young people?
• Are you a self-starter whoprides yourself on beinghighly organised,efficientand solution-focused?
• Would you like the opportunity to work as part of a dynamic and dedicated teamin a supportive and challenging environment?

We are looking for a proactive and highly motivatedData,Examinationsand ComplianceOfficertobe responsible forthe administration of external and internal examinations,in accordance withthe Joint Council for Qualifications regulations.

As the ideal candidate you must havean in-depth knowledge ofany of the following areas:data analysis,Management Information Systems,complianceor examinations administration.You mustbe able todemonstratemeticulous attention to detailwith excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to successfully lead a teamofinvigilators. You must be able to work well under pressure, think creativelyand be able to use your own initiative.You must enjoy the challenge oflearning,setting up andrunningnew systems.

Walthamstow School for Girls is a wonderful place to work, learn,teachand lead.We are passionate about education being a vehicle for promoting equality for all and our mission is to empower young women to become leaders of the future.We are a truly comprehensive school, proud of our diversity and committed to social justice.

Walthamstow School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people. Walthamstow School for Girls is committed to Safer Recruitment practices and procedures. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced D.B.S.

Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy