School Data Manager in Birmingham

36.5 hours per week

Start date: As soon as possible and can go temp to perm for the right person.

Behind every great school is great data, and someone who knows how to make it work. We’re seeking an experienced and highly organised School Data Manager to join our administrative team. This is a key role within the school, supporting senior leaders by managing, analysing and presenting pupil and school performance data that informs decision-making, drives improvement and ensures statutory compliance. If you’re someone who enjoys turning complex data into clear insight and takes pride in accuracy, structure and impact, this could be a really rewarding next step.

About the role

As School Data Manager, you’ll take the lead on the school’s data systems and reporting. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, governors and teaching staff to ensure data is accurate, accessible and used effectively to support pupils and the wider school community.

The ideal candidate

• You’ll be an experienced, detail-driven professional with a strong understanding of data management in a secondary school setting.
• You’ll be confident handling large data sets, meeting deadlines and presenting information in a way that supports accountability and improvement.
• You will have proven experience working with data in a secondary school, ideally in a Data Manager or similar role.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of a school MIS, such as SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom or equivalent.
• Have a secure understanding of secondary assessment, progress tracking and performance measures.
• Be experienced in managing statutory data returns, including School Census, attendance and examination data.
• Show exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Be confident analysing and presenting data clearly to senior leaders, governors and other stakeholders.
• Possess strong IT skills, particularly in Excel and data reporting tools.
• Be able to manage competing deadlines calmly and effectively.

Desirable experience includes examination entries and results analysis, knowledge of GDPR and data protection in schools, and a proactive approach to improving data systems and processes.

In return, we offer:

• A caring and happy school community that always puts young people first.
• A supportive environment that values your professional development and wellbeing.
• A highly supportive Senior Leadership Team.
• Access to a wide range of CPD opportunities.
• Use of a school laptop.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• 24-hour access to the Employee Assistance Programme.
• A strong and supportive Governing Body.
• Well-equipped classrooms and facilities.
• A comfortable, well-resourced staffroom.
• Free on-site parking and a cycle to work scheme.
• Access to the Birmingham City Council reward scheme.

Closing date for applications: Friday 30 January 2026 at 12 noon.

Interviews: To be confirmed.

If you’re ready to play a vital role in shaping school improvement through accurate, meaningful data, we’d love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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