Data Officer – Good Secondary School – Northampton

Data Officer – Good Secondary School – Northampton Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale** School Information This Good-rated 11–18 school in Northampton is known for its strong pastoral care, high expectations, and well-organised administrative systems. Leadership places a high priority on accurate data reporting, assessment tracking, and robust analysis to drive whole-school improvement. The school uses modern MIS and assessment platforms and invests heavily in CPD for operational staff. Departments work collaboratively, and the Data & Exams team plays a crucial role in ensuring teachers and leaders have the information they need to make informed decisions. The school values precision, confidentiality, and system integrity, making this an excellent environment for a detail-focused professional. Role Information The school is seeking a confident, analytical, and highly organised Data Officer to manage and maintain the school’s data systems. Key Responsibilities: Managing and updating the school’s MIS (SIMS/Arbor/Bromcom) Producing data reports for SLT, governors, and middle leaders Analysing student progress, behaviour, attendance, and attainment trends Supporting assessment cycles, data drops, and target-setting Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of student data across all systems Supporting exams administration with candidate data, entries, and timetables Training staff to use MIS and data tools effectively Ensuring GDPR compliance and maintaining confidential records Supporting census returns and local authority data submissions Working closely with pastoral, curriculum, and admin teams to maintain data accuracy This role is ideal for someone who is analytically minded, comfortable with data systems, and highly reliable. Requirements Previous experience in data management, MIS administration, or similar role Strong IT and data-handling skills Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and organisational ability Confident with Excel and data reporting tools Ability to handle confidential student records responsibly Understanding of assessment processes and school data cycles (desirable) Strong communication and teamwork skills Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.