Data Manager

Data Manager

Location: Grays, Essex

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Term Time Only

Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Start Date: September 2026

Local Education are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded secondary school in Grays seeking an experienced Data Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school Data Manager, MIS Manager or Data Officer looking to join a supportive and well-established school environment.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the management, analysis and reporting of school data, ensuring that leaders, governors and staff have access to accurate and timely information to support decision-making and student outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management and administration of the school’s MIS

• Production of attendance, behaviour and attainment reports

• Census and statutory returns

• Data analysis and reporting for senior leadership

• Ensuring accuracy and integrity of student data

• Supporting school improvement through effective data management

Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a school data role

• Strong knowledge of Arbor, SIMS, Bromcom or equivalent MIS systems

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong analytical and reporting skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Benefits:

• Permanent position

• Term-time only working pattern

• Supportive leadership team

• Opportunity to join a respected secondary school

• Excellent work-life balance

Please apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.

Local Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment