Hours: 7:30am – 3:00pm (term time, with some flexibility as the role develops)
Reporting to: [Senior Leader / Headteacher / Business Manager]
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Data Manager to join our school’s administrative team. This role is ideal for someone with previous management experience who is comfortable working within a developing office structure and supporting the school through a period of planned change.
Initially, the postholder will sit within the admin team, playing a key role in maintaining accurate data systems, supporting compliance, and contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the school. As the office structure evolves over the coming months, the responsibilities and scope of the role may develop accordingly.
Key Responsibilities
Data Management & Reporting
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Maintain, update, and oversee the school’s data management systems (e.g. pupil, attendance, assessment, and staff data).
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Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of all school data in line with GDPR requirements.
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Produce regular reports for senior leaders, governors, and external agencies.
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Support statutory returns and census submissions.
Leadership & Management
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Use prior management experience to support and guide administrative processes and colleagues where appropriate.
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Contribute to the development and improvement of office systems and workflows.
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Support change management as the office structure and responsibilities evolve.
Administrative & Operational Support
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Work closely with the admin team to ensure effective information flow across the school.
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Liaise with teaching staff and senior leaders to support data-informed decision-making.
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Assist with planning and implementing improvements to data and administrative systems.
Person Specification
Essential
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Proven experience in data management, ideally within an educational setting.
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Previous management or supervisory experience.
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Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
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High level of competence with data systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.
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Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to change.
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Understanding of data protection and confidentiality requirements.
Desirable
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Experience working in a school or similar educational environment.
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Knowledge of school MIS systems.
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Experience supporting organisational change or office restructuring.
What We Offer
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A supportive and collaborative working environment.
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A role with the opportunity to shape systems and processes as the school develops.
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Consistent working hours (7:30am–3:00pm) within a term-time setting.
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The chance to play a key role in the smooth and effective running of the school.
About Zen Educate:
Zen Educate is not an agency. We are a technology company with an online platform that cuts out the middleman.
Benefits include:
• Register from home – Upload safeguarding documents and complete a video interview remotely
• Set your preferences – Manage bookings from your phone or laptop and create a profile schools can view
• Hassle-free – No constant phone calls, timesheets or supply admin challenges
• Transparent – We charge schools a flat fee, ensuring the fairest match between teachers and schools
• Temp-to-perm – If you love your school, Zen Educate makes it easy for them to hire you permanently
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Salary description
£100.00 - £110.00 per day