Data Manager

We are seeking to recruit a Data Manager on a permanent contract. We are looking for a committed, skilled and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people. The successful candidate will have the knowledge, skills and experience required to lead and develop the school's data systems, ensuring accurate, timely and effective data management that supports student achievement and school improvement.

This is a permanent, full-time, term-time only position based on site at Moseley School & Sixth Form. In addition to working during term time, the successful candidate will be required to work a further two weeks during the summer holiday period to support GCSE and GCE results processing, analysis and reporting.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated, resilient and ambitious staff team at a significant point in the school's development. The successful candidate will make a meaningful contribution to our improvement journey, helping to ensure that every student receives the support and opportunities needed to achieve their full potential.

We welcome visits from prospective applicants who would like to learn more about the role and our school community. To arrange a visit or discuss the position further, please contact us at [email removed]

Our perfect candidate will:

• Be experienced in school data management and understand the importance of data accuracy and compliance.
• Have strong ICT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and Power BI, with the ability to analyse and present data effectively.
• Be equipped with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills to collaborate across teams and meet deadlines.
• Have experience of Line management and appraisals.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Be able to interpret data strategically to support school improvement and inform leadership decisions.

Core Purpose: of the role: The Data Officer is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and effective use of all student and school data to support teaching, learning, and strategic decision-making. This role oversees the collection, management, and analysis of data across key systems (such as MIS, assessment platforms, and statutory returns) to enable compliance with statutory requirements and provide actionable insights that drive school improvement. The postholder will work collaboratively with senior leaders, teaching staff, and administrative teams to ensure data is timely, reliable, and used effectively to enhance outcomes for pupils.

Following our recent Ofsted inspection, which resulted in the school being placed in Special Measures, we are embarking on an ambitious and exciting programme of improvement. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Manager to play a pivotal role in supporting this journey by providing accurate, insightful and timely data to inform strategic decision-making, monitor progress and drive improvement across the school.

As part of this transformation, the school has been directed to join a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the school through this transition, working collaboratively with senior leaders, trust colleagues and other stakeholders to ensure robust data systems, processes and reporting arrangements are maintained and further developed during this period of change.