What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Data Manager to join our business support team. This key roleis responsible for our all our student data, which is held in our Management Information System (MIS). Youwill be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the MIS and will provide data analysis to variousstakeholders to help improve student outcomes. You would also be responsible for dealing withadmissions into the school. The ideal candidate will be an experienced data analyst who is comfortable utilising Excel. Ideally, we would also like someone who is familiar with Bromcom,although this is not essential.
What the school offers its staff
King James’s School is justifiably proud to be one of the highest attaining 11-16 comprehensive school in Kirklees and is regularly, heavily, oversubscribed. The school serves a suburban area and several villages to the south and east of Huddersfield. We became an Academy in September 2012. The school was awarded ‘Good’ in its November 2019 inspection and consistently achieves excellent grades at GCSE.
‘The King James’s Way’ sets out the values and commitments which lie at the centre of everything we do. Though we are proud of our academic success, we are equally proud of our inclusive approach and first class, wraparound pastoral care.
At King James’s School we are proud of our inclusive and supportive working environment. As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we are committed to helping you fulfil your potential. With a comprehensive training and development programme, tailored to your needs and the requirements of the school, we will enable you to flourish in your role and perform to the very best of your abilities.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare and safety of children/young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All applicants should provide us with two references, which will be obtained prior to interview. We will also carry out online searches for candidates shortlisted for interview as part of our due diligence. Any successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. This post involves direct contact with children and considered to be a regulated activity. This role is exempt for the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, so most criminal convictions must be disclosed to us.