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Data Officer – Good Secondary School – Northampton
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale**
School Information
This Good-rated 11–18 school in Northampton is known for its strong pastoral care, high expectations, and well-organised administrative systems. Leadership places a high priority on accurate data reporting, assessment tracking, and robust analysis to drive whole-school improvement. The school uses modern MIS and assessment platforms and invests heavily in CPD for operational staff.
Departments work collaboratively, and the Data & Exams team plays a crucial role in ensuring teachers and leaders have the information they need to make informed decisions. The school values precision, confidentiality, and system integrity, making this an excellent environment for a detail-focused professional.
Role Information
The school is seeking a confident, analytical, and highly organised Data Officer to manage and maintain the school’s data systems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing and updating the school’s MIS (SIMS/Arbor/Bromcom)
* Producing data reports for SLT, governors, and middle leaders
* Analysing student progress, behaviour, attendance, and attainment trends
* Supporting assessment cycles, data drops, and target-setting
* Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of student data across all systems
* Supporting exams administration with candidate data, entries, and timetables
* Training staff to use MIS and data tools effectively
* Ensuring GDPR compliance and maintaining confidential records
* Supporting census returns and local authority data submissions
* Working closely with pastoral, curriculum, and admin teams to maintain data accuracy
This role is ideal for someone who is analytically minded, comfortable with data systems, and highly reliable.
Requirements
* Previous experience in data management, MIS administration, or similar role
* Strong IT and data-handling skills
* Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and organisational ability
* Confident with Excel and data reporting tools
* Ability to handle confidential student records responsibly
* Understanding of assessment processes and school data cycles (desirable)
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.