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Data Manager – Good Secondary School – Brighton & Hove
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale
School Information
This Good-rated 11–18 secondary school in Brighton & Hove is known for its strong academic outcomes, passionate staff culture, and commitment to data-led teaching and learning. The school is vibrant, diverse, and forward-thinking, with excellent leadership and a focus on continuous improvement. Staff enjoy a collaborative working culture and benefit from strong internal systems, excellent CPD, and modern digital tools.
The data team is crucial to the school’s success, ensuring information accuracy, enabling effective tracking, and supporting senior leaders with strategic analysis. The school uses Bromcom and Power BI to present clear and accessible data across departments.
Role Information
The school is seeking a skilled, analytical, and highly organised Data Manager to take responsibility for managing, maintaining, and developing the school’s data systems.
Key responsibilities include:
* Overseeing the school MIS (Bromcom) and ensuring all student/staff data is accurate and secure
* Managing assessment cycles, including data collection, validation, and analysis
* Producing reports for teachers, Heads of Year, curriculum leads, SLT, and governors
* Supporting performance analysis, progress tracking, and attainment reports
* Preparing census returns (School Census, Workforce Census) to statutory deadlines
* Managing access rights, system permissions, and GDPR-compliant processes
* Training staff on data entry, analysis tools, and reporting systems
* Supporting timetabling processes and liaising with the Exams Officer
* Creating dashboards and data visualisations that support teaching and leadership
* Working closely with IT, assessment leads, and senior leaders to improve data strategy
This role requires someone who is confident with data, highly accurate, and comfortable producing complex analysis.
Requirements
* Experience working with MIS systems (Bromcom, Arbor, SIMS, or similar)
* Strong analytical skills and proficient Excel user
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong understanding of GDPR and data compliance
* Ability to explain data clearly to staff
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
* Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding
* Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a busy environment
Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.