Data Manager – Secondary School – Blackpool

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

A successful 11 to 18 Secondary School in Blackpool is looking to appoint an experienced and highly analytical Data Manager to oversee the school's data systems and reporting processes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking school where accurate data plays a vital role in supporting student achievement, curriculum planning and whole-school improvement.

Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, Heads of Department and administrative colleagues, you will take responsibility for managing student data, producing performance reports and ensuring the school's information systems remain accurate, compliant and effective.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys analysing information, identifying trends and supporting school leaders through reliable data reporting.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 Secondary School that is committed to delivering outstanding educational outcomes through high-quality teaching, excellent pastoral care and strong leadership. The school serves a diverse community and places great emphasis on ensuring every student receives the support they need to succeed academically and personally.

Staff benefit from a welcoming and collaborative working environment where innovation, professional development and wellbeing are actively encouraged. The leadership team recognises the importance of accurate data in driving school improvement and has invested in modern management information systems and reporting software.

The school continues to achieve strong outcomes through careful monitoring of student progress, attendance and attainment, supported by an experienced data and administration team.

Data Team

The Data Team provides accurate and timely information that supports teaching, learning and strategic decision-making across the school.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing the school's Management Information System (MIS).

• Producing student progress and attainment reports.

• Analysing attendance, behaviour and assessment data.

• Supporting examination data submissions.

• Preparing reports for governors and senior leaders.

• Maintaining the accuracy of student records.

• Managing census returns and statutory data submissions.

• Supporting departments with assessment data analysis.

• Developing and maintaining reporting systems.

• Training staff on data processes where required.

• Ensuring GDPR compliance and data security.

• Monitoring key performance indicators across the school.

• Supporting whole-school improvement planning through data analysis.

• Liaising with examination officers and external agencies.

• Identifying trends that support intervention strategies.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Data Manager or within school data administration.

• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.

• Strong knowledge of Management Information Systems.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to interpret and present complex data clearly.

• Strong organisational skills.

• Ability to meet strict deadlines.

• Commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Application

To apply for this Data Manager position, please send your CV as soon as possible.