Senior Data Manager
Lift Greensward
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Greensward Lane
Hockley, Essex, SS5 5HG
United Kingdom
£41,586.14 - £45,451.38 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Permanent, Full Time
37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year
September 2026 Start
We are looking to appoint a Senior Data Manager to play a key role in driving the effective use of data across the school.
The successful candidate will lead on the collection, analysis and management of data, ensuring accuracy, integrity and accessibility to support teaching, learning and strategic decision making. You will take ownership of the schools MIS, tracking documents, oversee statutory returns and work closely with senior leaders to provide meaningful insights that improve outcomes for students.
Rated as "Good" by OFSTED in November 2023s extremely positive report and boasting a large and vibrant sixth form which has been ranked amongst the very best in the country for almost a decade, we are a school that places the student at the centre of everything we do.
If you:
Have strong experience working with data systems, ideally within education
Can analyse complex data and present it clearly to a range of stakeholders
Have excellent attention to detail and take pride in data accuracy
Are confident managing MIS and supporting wider system use across a school
Can work both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines
Are proactive, organised and able to manage competing priorities
Our established and positive team members benefit from:
A collaborative and supportive environment
An open and inclusive culture led by a supportive senior team who remain committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all.
A highly supportive Lift Schools network with cross-school collaboration
Opportunities to develop and grow your career
The chance to work with an enthusiastic, well-mannered and resilient student body
Closing date : 26th April 2026
Who is Lift Schools?
Were a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership theyve ever had.
We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
We offer you:
Comprehensive training : Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
Generous benefits : From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, weve got you covered.
Lifestyle perks : Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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