Data and Exams Manager

Lift Schools; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Data & Exams Manager to ensure efficient management of examinations and data systems. The role requires a degree in a data-related field and previous exam administration experience. Successful candidates will excel in organisation, communication, and IT skills while managing confidential information sensitively. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including career development opportunities.

Benefits

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Car Scheme

Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Discounted gym memberships

Travel deals

Qualifications

• Previous exam administration experience within an educational setting.
• Deep understanding of public examinations and SEND access arrangements.
• Ability to manage confidential information with sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Manage all public and internal examinations with full compliance.
• Lead on exam entries, timetabling, and secure handling of exam material.
• Support statutory returns and whole-school reporting.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Strong numeracy and literacy

Outstanding organisation

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Statistics, IT, Maths, or related field

Tools

MIS systems (Arbor)

Job description

Lift Aylward is looking for an exceptional Data & Exams Manager to play a pivotal role in ensuring every student receives an excellent education, every day. If you're highly organised, calm under pressure, and thrive in a role where precision really matters, this could be your next step.

About Lift Aylward

Based in Edmonton, North London, Lift Aylward was established in September 2010 and is an 11-18 learning community with over 1,000 students on roll, including a thriving sixth form. The School is situated within a diverse and vibrant London community. Many of students have English as an additional language, and a significant proportion are entitled to the Pupil Premium. The School is currently rated as GOOD by its last Ofsted inspection in July 2021.>

Data & Exams Manager

Location: 1 Windmill Road, Edmonton, London, N18 1NB, United Kingdom

Salary: NJC 32-35 £45,750 - £49,056 FTE, £45,207 – £48,474 pro rata salary + Wellbeing Cash Plan + Car Scheme + Pension Scheme (LGPS) + Additional Benefits

Hours: 37, 45 weeks

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Start date: As soon as possible

What you’ll be doing

• Managing and coordinating all public and internal examinations, ensuring full compliance and smooth delivery
• Leading on exam entries, timetabling, invigilation, and secure handling of exam material
• Overseeing the release of results and supporting post-results processes
• Managing our MIS (Arbor) and other data systems to provide accurate, actionable information for leaders and staff
• Supporting statutory returns, internal data collections, and whole-school reporting
• Training and supporting staff to use data effectively
• Line managing the Data Assistant, Exams Assistant and a team of invigilators

What we’re looking for

• A degree in Statistics, IT, Maths, or a related data-focused field
• Previous exam administration experience within an educational setting
• Excellent IT skills, strong numeracy and literacy, and confidence with MIS systems
• A deep understanding of public examinations and SEND access arrangements
• Outstanding organisation, attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present data clearly to senior leaders
• The ability to manage confidential information with sensitivity and integrity

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.

We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute’s Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Closing date: 12 December 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.