Forest Hill School - Exams Officer

FOREST HILL SCHOOL Dacres Road, London SE23 2XN Boys 11-16, Mixed 16-18 Tel. 020 8699 9343 www.foresthill.lewisham.sch.uk EXAMINATIONS OFFICER Start date: November 2026 Salary range: Scale 6, points 18–20 £37,509 – £38,637 annum Actual salary: £34,065 – £35,090 per annum pro rata Term time only Plus 2 Weeks (41 weeks including INSET days) 35 hours per week Must be available each year during the August examination results period Monday to Friday, please note start and finish times need to be flexible. Forest Hill School is a thriving and aspirational comprehensive school in south-east London, providing high-quality education to boys aged 11-16, with a successful joint Sixth Form provision with Sydenham School. We are a community that reflects the rich diversity of our local area and we are committed to helping every student achieve excellence. A broad and ambitious curriculum is taught in modern facilities by dedicated staff who are passionate about their subjects, committed to high standards and focused on removing barriers to participation, progress and achievement. We are looking to appoint a highly organised, motivated and numerically confident Examinations Officer to lead the planning, administration and organisation of internal and external examinations. You will ensure examinations are delivered accurately and efficiently in accordance with Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations and the requirements of awarding bodies. The successful candidate will work closely with school staff, students, parents and awarding bodies, maintaining accurate examination records, coordinating key examination arrangements and administering staff absence cover. This is an important role requiring professionalism, flexibility and careful attention to deadlines. You will be required to: Plan, organise and administer internal and external examinations, including examination timetables, entries and associated arrangements. Ensure examination processes and administration comply with JCQ regulations and relevant awarding body requirements. Liaise effectively with awarding bodies, staff, students and parents regarding examination arrangements, information and deadlines. Maintain accurate examination data and records, using the school’s examination management systems and checking information carefully. Coordinate examination-related communications and documentation, ensuring that competing deadlines are managed effectively. Support the smooth running of examination periods, including preparation for results days and availability during the August examination results period. Administer staff absence cover alongside examination responsibilities, organising and communicating arrangements as required. Therefore, we are looking for someone who: Is highly motivated, well organised and numerically confident, with excellent attention to detail. Has strong ICT skills, including the ability to use an examination management system; knowledge of the SIMS examinations package is desirable. Can plan and prioritise work independently, manage competing demands and meet conflicting deadlines. Understands the importance of complying with JCQ regulations and awarding body requirements or is able to develop this knowledge promptly. Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with staff, students, parents and examination boards. Is flexible, reliable and able to maintain accurate records and work calmly during busy examination periods. Can use initiative, exercise sound judgement and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Is committed to safeguarding, confidentiality, equality, the school’s ethos and values, and continuing professional development. What we can offer you: The opportunity to work in an established and experienced school that challenges stereotypes and has high aspirations for boys. A highly supportive Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team and staff body. A personalised CPD programme, including relevant training in examination administration, school systems and safeguarding. Opportunities to broaden your experience in education and develop yourself for future roles in schools. Please visit www.foresthill.lewisham.sch.uk for the application pack. Completed applications must be submitted to vacancies@foresthillschool.co.uk. We do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Applications must be submitted using the Lewisham Support Staff Application Form, available from our school website. Informal visits are welcome and should be arranged with the Director of Strategy & Resources, Miguel Diaz – please contact the school on 020 8699 9343. Closing date for applications: Monday 2 nd November at 5pm Interview date: Friday 6 th November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Safeguarding Statement Forest Hill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be expected to follow the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies and statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education. This post is subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks, enhanced DBS clearance, medical clearance and any other pre-employment checks required by the school. The post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Online searches may be carried out for shortlisted candidates as part of the school’s safer recruitment process. Equal Opportunities Statement Forest Hill School is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, age, marital status, disability, ethnicity, religion, belief or sexual orientation.