Data and Exams Manager
Location: Sawtry
Salary: A£34,341 - A£37,938 per annum
Hours of work: 37hrs per week, 52weeks per year
The Village Academy is situated on the outskirts of the village of Weldon, approximately 2.5 miles from Corby town centre, in a new housing estate that is still under construction. The Village Academy will grow year by year, from an initial intake of 120 Year 7s in September 2023, until eventually reaching its full capacity of 1500, including a 6th form of 300 students.
The Role
They are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, independent, and motivated Data & Exams Manager to work within their core trust data services team, with specific responsibilities for The Village Academy. This is a unique opportunity to play a key part in instilling the virtues and values within a school, while also working with wider trust colleagues to meet and support the data needs of schools across the Trust. This is a new role that will see the postholder dividing their time across the week, working for the Core data team for 3 days, and a further 2 days focused specifically to support the Village Academy.
The Opportunity
1. Improve the use of student data, supporting staff to effectively use Bromcom for performance analysis, fostering better teaching strategies, and raising student achievement across all year groups.
2. Develop clear and accessible student progress reports for teachers, parents, and external agencies, ensuring timely and effective communication that drives student success and enhances parent engagement.
3. Streamline and develop the use of Bromcom and other data systems, increasing efficiency in data management, ensuring accuracy, and providing a user-friendly experience for staff.
4. Lead the development of data literacy among staff, offering support and advice on using Bromcom and related systems to improve data analysis capabilities.
5. Oversee the collection and analysis of key student data to aid in effective self-evaluation, driving school improvement and supporting evidence-based decision-making.
Skills and Qualifications
1. Proven experience in handling and processing data, with excellent IT skills, including experience using MIS systems such as Bromcom.
2. Experience working within an educational environment and with external agencies, essential for effectively supporting the school's data needs.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills, ensuring data is clearly understood by parents, pupils, and staff members.
4. Willingness to undergo further training and development to stay updated on best practices and technological advancements in data management.
5. Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also being able to act on their own initiative.
Benefits
The Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff, including but not limited to:
1. Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities.
2. Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT) support.
3. Blue light discount scheme & online 'Vivup' benefits portal.
4. Cycle to work scheme.
5. Defined benefit local government or Teacher's pension scheme.
6. Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers.
7. Free on-site parking.
8. Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays.
About the Trust
The Trust is a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities. They operate 30 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire, and Northamptonshire, committed to high-quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff.
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Trust, please submit your application early to avoid disappointment. The Trust is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality of opportunity for all staff.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
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