School Data Officer – Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

About the position

A well-established and forward-thinking 11–18 secondary school in Nottingham is seeking to appoint a highly organised and detail-oriented School Data Officer to join its administrative and pastoral support team. This is a full-time, permanent role in a school that places strong value on accurate data, clear systems and professional support services. The role plays a vital part in supporting teaching, learning and strategic decision-making across the school, working closely with senior leaders, curriculum teams and pastoral staff. The Role As School Data Officer, you will be responsible for managing, maintaining and analysing a wide range of student and assessment data to support progress tracking, reporting and school improvement. Key responsibilities include: Managing student assessment and progress data across all key stages Producing reports for senior leadership, governors and external agencies Supporting departments with data analysis and interpretation Maintaining accurate records linked to attainment, attendance and interventions Supporting exam and reporting cycles in collaboration with exams staff Accuracy, confidentiality and attention to detail are essential, as the data produced informs both classroom practice and whole-school planning. The School This Good-rated secondary school is known for its calm, professional working environment and strong collaboration between teaching and support staff. The school serves a diverse community and has a clear focus on student progress, inclusion and staff wellbeing. Support staff are highly valued and seen as an integral part of the school’s success. The leadership team promotes clear communication, realistic workloads and a respectful, team-oriented culture. Systems and Working Environment The school uses well-established management information systems to track student progress and attendance. You will receive full training and ongoing support to ensure you are confident in the systems used and the expectations of the role. The administrative team works closely together, sharing responsibilities and supporting one another during busy periods such as reporting cycles and exam seasons. The Ideal Candidate You will: Have experience working with data in an educational or similar setting Be confident using school data systems and spreadsheets Have excellent organisational and analytical skills Be discreet, reliable and able to handle sensitive information Work well independently and as part of a team Experience within a school environment is desirable, though strong data and administrative experience from other sectors will also be considered. Why Join This School? Supportive and professional working environment Clear systems and structured processes Opportunities for training and development A school that genuinely values its support staff If you’re a School Data Officer looking for a role in a well-run, supportive secondary school where your work makes a real impact, we’d be delighted to receive your CV.

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