Data, Assessment and Exams Officer

Oldham Council; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in Greater Manchester is seeking a Data, Assessment and Examinations Officer to join their Data Team. This pivotal role focuses on ensuring the smooth administration of assessments, managing pupil data, and producing analyses that foster school improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong data management skills, be proficient in ICT tools like SIMS and Power BI, and have a solid understanding of examinations protocols. This position is based at Saddleworth School and may involve travel between local schools.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Strong school community

LGPS career average pension scheme

New state of the art building

Qualifications

• Strong data management experience required.
• Excellent ICT skills including SIMS, Excel, and Power BI.
• Ability to understand and manage exams protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration of internal and external exams.
• Manage pupil data and reports effectively.
• Produce timely analysis to support school improvement.

Skills

Data management

ICT skills (SIMS, Excel, Power BI)

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Understanding of exams protocols

Job description

We are seeking an organised and detailed-focused Data, Assessment and Examinations Officer to join our Data Team. This key role supports the smooth running of assessments, reporting, and examinations, and ensures accurate use of our Management Information Systems (MIS). You will lead on the administration of internal and external exams, manage pupil data and reports, and produce timely analysis to support school improvement. You ll also oversee statutory returns, ensure GDPR compliance, and work closely with staff, students, and families.

• The Cranmer Education Trust’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
• The Trust’s statement on the employment of ex‑offenders, in the vacancy Supporting Documents section.
• The job description and person specification for further information regarding the safeguarding responsibilities of the role.
• Has strong data and ICT skills (SIMS, Excel, Power BI etc).
• Understands exams protocols (Training can be provided).
• Awareness of data protection.
• Is methodical, accurate, and able to manage deadlines.
• Communicates clearly and professionally.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Working for Saddleworth School means you would be part of the Cranmer Education Trust, a successful, growing Trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise. This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools.
• Alongside Saddleworth the Trust is made up of primary and secondary schools across Oldham and Rochdale. The Trust also incorporates a teacher training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub and an MFL hub, which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England.
• The Cranmer Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.
• Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust.
• A strong school community that places children, families and staff at the heart of everything we do.
• A supportive team who will work with and alongside you to achieve the very best.
• LGPS career average pension scheme with a generous employer.
• New state of the art building in attractive rural surroundings.
• Access from motorway (Junction 22, M62), and local bus networks.
• Saddleworth School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020, and appointment is therefore subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

This position will be based at Saddleworth School, but may from time to time require travel as necessary to collaborate with other schools which are all locally based.