Data Manager

As the Data Manager role you are responsible for the management and development of the whole offices data management systems and associated platforms. Act as the Super User for data management systems, providing support and guidance to colleagues to ensure their efficient use.

Client Details

Our client is a school where staff, students and parents feel valued. They have a warm community spirit that enables individuals to develop their own talents and abilities, whilst taking the opportunity to try something new and different, without the fear of failure.

They are committed to using data effectively to support student achievement, enhance teaching and learning, and improve school operations. They are seeking a MIS Administrator (known as Data Manager in the job description and person specification) to join their team in Eastleigh and lead the school's data management processes.

Description

The key responsibilities for the Data Manager role are:

Data Management System Administration

• Provide organisational leadership in all matters relating to management information, maintenance of staff and student records, optimising the use of data management system resources within the school.
• Design and deliver in-house training sessions for all users of the data management system, ensuring proficiency through practical guidance and resources
• Maintain the School's data management system user database, allocate appropriate access rights, and provide ongoing support
• To work in liaison with IT colleagues to ensure data management systems are regularly updated and maintained
• Attend training and peer networks that support the Data Manager role, sharing best practices with data leads across the Trust
• Serve as a key member of staff in supporting Data Protection compliance across the School Management of School data.
• Implement and oversee processes to ensure the accurate and efficient collection and recording of data from teaching and support staff, maintaining data integrity

Assessment and analysis

• Develop and manage accurate and insightful assessment data for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), classroom teachers, and Trust reporting, facilitating statistical analysis and comparisons, including absence records, CATS, KS2, and KS3 results for key stakeholders during the assessment cycle
• Publish academic reports to parents of the School's students
• Keep up to date with current guidance, requirements and best practice in relation to target setting and the effective use of student and staff data

General

• Health and Safety and Compliance
• Maintain a safe and orderly working environment at all times
• To be aware of, and to adhere to all departmental and School policies and procedures relating to health and safety at work
• Contribute to safe working practices across the School
• Fulfil responsibilities relevant to your role as outlined in the following policies and procedures:

Health & Safety

• Child Protection & Safeguarding
• Data Protection
• Confidentiality
• Risk Management

Support for the School

• Uphold a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people at all times
• Participate in training, performance development and other learning activities as required
• Promote inclusivity and ensure all students have equal access to opportunities for learning and development
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues towards shared objectives
• Work in liaison with appropriate staff regarding safeguarding, wellbeing, health and safety, confidentiality, and data protection
• Take ownership of professional development by staying informed about new initiatives in data management and contributing to the school's learning culture.

Profile

The successful candidate is someone with the following:

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
• Experience in data management
• Experience in managing and developing data systems
• Experience of producing accurate data for reporting
• Evidence of relevant continuous professional development

Desirable

• Experience working in an educational environment
• Qualification in Information Management
• 'A' Level (or equivalent) or a relevant degree

Experience and Skills

Essential

• Experience in data management
• Ability to focus on detail and accuracy when compiling reports
• Proficiency in ICT for data collection and analysis to identify areas of focus
• Knowledge of key performance measures and access to resources produced by the DfE and Ofsted
• Working knowledge of relevant policies, codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation, for example: Data Protection

Personal SpecificationDesirable

• Knowledge of school timetabling
• Experience of managing data in an education setting
• Knowledge of statutory data reporting requirements, such as the school census
• Proficiency in using a variety of software packages and managing management information systems and databases

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to establish and maintain network relationships
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organisational and planning skills, including the ability to be flexible to achieve targets
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Confidence in advising and guiding educational professionals on MIS and data analysis

Job Offer

The candidate will receive the following:

• Annual Leave package
• Pension package
• Office Based working
• Parking on site