Data Manager

Harris Church of England Academy, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV22 6EA

25 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  27 July 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  1 July 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £35,211.00 - £35,211.00 Annually (Actual) Grade M, SCP 28-30

Data Manager job summary

KEY PURPOSE

The Data Manager at Harris Church of England Academy plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, security, and effective use of data to support teaching, learning, and school improvement. As a Secondary School with 35% of students eligible for free school meals (FSM) and a Church of England ethos, the role is integral to promoting equity, inclusion, and excellence in education. The Data Manager will support the leadership team by providing timely, reliable data analyses that inform decision-making, track student progress, and comply with statutory requirements. This role directly supports the school’s vision and values by enabling data-driven strategies that improve outcomes for all students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

The appointee will be line managed by Deputy Headteacher.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Data Management and Compliance

Maintain and update the school’s Management Information Systems (currently Bromcom) ensuring the accuracy and confidentiality of all student data including personal details, attendance, assessment results, destinations, and other key metrics.

To be the Bromcom system manager

To import results and database information to and from systems such as FFT, CATS,4 Matrix and ALPs

Ensure good reporting from other systems including Sisra, FFT

Develop our timetable and options, including room utilisation

Complete Statutory returns

Ensure compliance with all statutory data requirements, Department for Education (DfE) data checking exercises and completing the school census twice yearly.

Manage the administration of data in line with data protection legislation and school policies, while maintaining high standards of data security and confidentiality.

Data Reporting and Analysis

Create and disseminate weekly attendance and behaviour reports for the senior leadership team to inform interventions and attendance strategies.

Work closely with the Deputy Headteacher for Curriculum and Data to produce dashboard reports following internal assessments, providing clear, actionable insights for curriculum leaders and teaching staff.

Provide detailed data reports on key student groups to support effective tracking and targeted interventions, with particular attention to disadvantaged students and those with additional needs.

Collaborate with the Examinations team to ensure accuracy of base data, exam entries, and related information, supporting smooth exam administration.

Manage third-party data analysis systems such as SISRA and FFT, ensuring teaching staff have access to meaningful, up-to-date data to support progress tracking and planning.

Produce and deliver high-quality parental reports after each assessment point to support home-school communication and student engagement.

Produce high quality exam analysis, by target groups and subjects, including benchmarking against national.

Generate ad hoc reports as required by the senior leadership team, Trust, local authority, or external agencies.

Use data analysis, evaluation and reporting systems to maximum effect by ensuring systems are streamlined to maximise efficiency and avoid duplication

Benchmark systems and information to assess trends and make appropriate recommendations

Prepare information for publications and returns for the DfE, LEA and other agencies and stakeholders within statutory guidelines

Systems Development and User Support

Coordinate the collection, input, and validation of academic assessment data according to the school’s data calendar.

Provide training, guidance, and ongoing support for staff on the use of Bromcom, and associated data systems, including creating user guides and “how to” documentation.

Support the development and refinement of efficient data tracking systems to enhance the effectiveness of progress monitoring and school improvement planning.

Inspection and Audit Support

Assist in the preparation and presentation of performance data for internal and external audits, inspections (including Ofsted), and Trust reporting.

Ensure that all data-related processes and outputs align with the school’s vision of excellence, equity, and community, rooted in Church of England values.

Skills and Competencies

Experience of working in a school environment is advantageous, but not essential: An ability to learn fast, and a willingness to be pro-active in professional development is essential.

Data Management Expertise: Proven experience managing Management Information Systems (preferably Bromcom) or similar systems from other industries, relying upon accurate input and varied utilisation, with strong attention to detail and data accuracy.

Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret complex data sets and produce clear, concise reports to inform leadership decisions.

Technical Proficiency: Competent in using or adapting to third-party data analysis tools such as SISRA and FFT, and confident with Microsoft Office (Excel in particular).

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively present data to staff, parents, and external agencies.

Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently, including coordinating data collection and reporting cycles.

Confidentiality and Professionalism: Maintain high standards of data security and confidentiality in line with GDPR and safeguarding policies.

Teamwork: Collaborative approach, able to work closely with SLT, curriculum leaders, examinations team, and external partners.

Commitment to Inclusion: Understand and support the school’s vision and values, including promoting equity and supporting the progress of disadvantaged and vulnerable students.

Professional Development

Harris Church of England Academy is committed to the continuous professional development of all staff. The Data Manager will have opportunities to:

Engage in training related to data systems, analysis techniques, and safeguarding updates.

Participate in professional networks within the Trust and local authority to share best practice and stay current with statutory requirements.

Contribute to school improvement initiatives and strategic planning, gaining leadership and project management experience.

Develop skills aligned with the school’s vision of nurturing every student’s potential in an inclusive, values-driven environment.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is a paramount responsibility at Harris Church of England Academy. The Data Manager will:

Uphold the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring the welfare and safety of all students.

Work with the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) to share any concerns related to student data that may indicate safeguarding issues.

Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive student information.

Promote a culture within the school community where safeguarding and child protection are central to all activities and decisions.

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

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About Harris Church of England Academy

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 860 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Harris Church of England Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/harris-church-of-england-academy

Harris Church of England Academy is a mixed, non-selective, Church of England secondary academy situated in Rugby, Warwickshire. There are approximately 720 students at the school between the ages of 11-16.

Harris Church of England Academy converted to academy status in 2014. It is part of the Diocese of Coventry Multi Academy Trust.

Headteacher

Mrs R Harrison

Values and vision

Harris Church of England Academy is more than just a place where students come to learn. It is also a place where a community develops and thrives. It is a place where we come together to support each other to achieve, whether it is in the classroom learning, on the sports field competing or on the stage performing, we know that success comes from us all working together.

Student progress will always remain a key priority because outcomes so often dictate future pathways and opportunities for young people.

Our educational vision is to create a community of lifelong learners who are anchored by a clear set of Christian values, passionate about realising their potential and have the capacity to contribute to their community, as well balanced and confident citizens. I have an absolute belief in the ability of all to achieve within a Christian ethos and to provide opportunities for young people to develop spiritually, morally, socially and culturally.

The ethos of the school is at the heart of everything we do, as education is not just about the academic results but about looking at the whole person. It is about teaching life skills to enable young people to succeed in whatever they choose to do. All that we do is underpinned by Christian values and mutual respect.

For our students, the vision will enable them to not only achieve their true academic potential, but also increase self-esteem, build resilience and self-belief in their God given talents.

Ofsted

"The school has a caring ethos and ensures that pupils are well looked after and kept safe."

"Leaders are preparing pupils well for a life in Britain."

"Pupils are proud of their school, which is calm and orderly at all times."

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