Data, Examinations and Compliance Officer in London

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.

DBS Check: Enhanced

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

Reference: SCH/26/

Required as soon as possible

Salary range: SO1 - SO2 (£38,256.00 - £42,060.00 per annum (pro rata))

Would you like to contribute to the strategic use of data and compliance in a highly successful school, knowing that it will make a difference to the lives of young people? Are you a self-starter who prides yourself on being highly organised, efficient and solution-focused? Would you like the opportunity to work as part of a dynamic and dedicated team in a supportive and challenging environment?

We are looking for a proactive and highly motivated Data, Examinations and Compliance Officer to be responsible for the administration of external and internal examinations, in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications regulations. As the ideal candidate you must have an in-depth knowledge of any of the following areas: data analysis, Management Information Systems, compliance or examinations administration.

You must be able to demonstrate meticulous attention to detail with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to successfully lead a team of invigilators. You must be able to work well under pressure, think creatively and be able to use your own initiative. You must enjoy the challenge of learning, setting up and running new systems.

Walthamstow School for Girls is a wonderful place to work, learn, teach and 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.

Interview Date: Week commencing 5th October 2026

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.

Equal Opportunities: 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.

• 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.