Please note this is a Trust role, and not solely for Forge Wood Primary School We are looking for a talented and forward‑thinking Bi & Data Analytics Manager to lead and elevate GLF’s data and analytics capability across both our schools and central services. Your Opportunity In this pivotal role, you will drive our transition to a modern BI ecosystem, enabling data‑driven decision‑making that enhances pupil outcomes, strengthens operational efficiency, and supports strategic planning. The successful candidate will work closely with educational leaders, central teams and technical specialists to design insightful dashboards, automate reporting, implement semantic data models, and develop predictive analytics that shape the future of our trust. You’ll also play a key part in improving data literacy and championing best practice across our organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on innovation, enjoys collaboration, and wants to make a genuine impact across a large and growing Multi‑Academy Trust. 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 Proven expertise in Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate and Microsoft Fabric Strong SQL skills and experience using Python for data analysis Demonstrated success in designing and embedding automation and workflow solutions. Experience in leading analytics teams and managing stakeholder relationships Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present insights clearly to academic and operational audiences. A positive, solutions‑focused attitude and willingness to learn. High accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines. 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. A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education Our Employment Offer GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Career pathways and talent management Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model The Details Hours: 36 hours a week over 52 weeks a year Start date: As soon as available Pay Range : Senior Specialist - £42,000 - £45,000 FTE Contract type : Full time, Permanent Closing date: 26th February 2026 9am Interview date : 6th March 2026