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We are looking for an experienced Management Information Systems (MIS) professional to take ownership of our MIS platforms across GLF Schools.
Your Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Management Information Systems (MIS) professional to take ownership of our MIS platforms across GLF Schools. This is a key role where you will combine technical expertise with leadership and strategic vision to ensure our systems support student success and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities include:
1. Manage and maintain all MIS systems, ensuring reliability and technical excellence.
2. Lead on data architecture, integration, and standardisation to support BI reporting and decision-making.
3. Deliver training and create best-practice documentation to enhance system adoption.
4. Act as the primary liaison between schools, IT teams, and MIS vendors.
5. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and support critical annual processes.
6. Align MIS capabilities with the trust’s digital strategy and identify opportunities for automation and improvement
You will be at the heart of our digital strategy—driving innovation, improving system functionality, and ensuring data integrity across our trust. If you thrive on problem-solving, collaboration, and making a real impact in education, this is the role for you.
This will be a hybrid post, with opportunities to work from home and at one of our Head Offices (The Beacon School, Banstead) or Earlsfield (London), or one of our satellite offices in Camberley, Caterham, Crawley, or Banbury.
What We Are Looking For
7. Technical Expertise: Proven experience with Bromcom MIS and strong SQL skills.
8. Integration Skills: Ability to design and embed data integrations using API technologies.
9. Leadership & Communication: Skilled at engaging stakeholders and translating complex technical insights into clear, actionable solutions.
10. Education Knowledge: Understanding of statutory requirements (DfE returns, GDPR) and experience with education data systems.
11. Proactive Mindset: A solutions-focused approach with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative attitude.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
12. A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
13. Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
14. 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
15. We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
16. Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
17. Access to our highly competitive Pension Scheme
18. Flexible working options
19. Generous holiday allowance
20. Work life and family friendly policies
21. Employee wellbeing initiatives
22. Access to a staff benefits portal
23. Community and collaboration working model
The Details
Hours: 36 hours a week, 52 weeks a year
Contract: Permanent
Pay Grade: Senior Specialist £40,000 - £45,000 FTE
Advert Closing date: 5th January 2026 9am
Interview date: w/c 12th January 2026
Start date: As soon as possible
Safeguarding Statement
At GLF Schools, the safety and wellbeing of children and young people is our top priority. We are fully committed to safeguarding and expect everyone who works or volunteers with us to share that commitment. All roles are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
We understand that life is busy and that flexibility matters. That’s why we’re happy to explore flexible working arrangements that help you balance your professional and personal commitments.
GLF Schools is proud to celebrate the rich diversity of our schools and communities. We’re building a culture where:
24. Everyone is respected and valued.
25. Discrimination is never tolerated.
26. Equity and fairness are at the heart of everything we do.
27. Staff, children, and students are safe to express their identities.
We believe that diversity strengthens our organisation and our community. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from groups that are underrepresented in our workforce. This includes, but is not limited to, people from diverse ethnic backgrounds, trans and non-binary individuals, people of all ages, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of all faiths and beliefs.
To help us manage applications efficiently:
28. We may close this vacancy early if we receive a strong response, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
29. We may also interview shortlisted candidates before the official closing date.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we will carry out an online search and request references for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to complete a self-declaration form. You will have the opportunity in the application form to confirm if you would prefer referees to be contacted after your interview.