Data Manager

E-ACT North Birmingham Academy, Birmingham, West Midlands, B44 0HF

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  5 January 2026

• Closing date

  24 November 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  10 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £44,689.07 Annually (Actual) SCP 36 £44,689.07 (FTE: £47,181.00)

Data Manager job summary

Job Title: Data Manager

E-ACT North Birmingham Academy |Preparing for the Future

E-ACT North Birmingham Academy is a vibrant, diverse community with a commitment excellence and an inclusive ethos at its heart. Located in the heart of North Birmingham, our academy embodies the philosophy of ‘keep up, not catch up,’ in every aspect of our curriculum planning—ensuring no student is left behind.

At E-ACT North Birmingham Academy, we are ambitious for all our students. We guide them to become successful individuals who are well-prepared for the next stage in their journey, whether it be the world of work or further education.

Celebrating success is at the heart of our academy culture. We do this within an environment of inclusivity and care, where every student feels supported and part of a team. Our ethos is encapsulated in three pillars: Nurturing Environment, Boundless Opportunities, Achieving Highly.

Find out more here: https://northbirminghamacademy.e-act.org.uk

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

We are looking for a Data Manager to join the team at North Birmingham Academy. The purpose of this role is to take a lead role in the development, Implementation and maintenance of records/information systems and reporting relating to Academy data

Key responsibilities:

Reporting to SLT link responsible for Data, this post holder will be accountable for

• Work with the Academy Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to develop information management strategies within the Academy
• Research, lead and develop the Academy’s information systems to ensure they are fit for purpose and meet evolving needs as they arise
• Manage the efficient transfer of data between the School and relevant external agencies and stakeholders
• Maintain the whole school assessment database and ensure data input is timely, accurate and complete
• Provide detailed analysis and evaluation of data and produce detailed reports/information as required

Pay range:

SCP 36 £44,689.07 (FTE: £47,181.00)

37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year

Permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Maths grades 4-9 (or equivalent)
• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Demonstrable experience of operating MIS systems
• Experience of collecting, collating, interpreting and disseminating a wide range of data in different formats

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

How to apply:

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About E-ACT North Birmingham Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1112 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: E-ACT North Birmingham Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/north-birmingham-academy

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