Data Lead – School Census & Arbor Specialist

Teem Recruitment; Hanley Castle; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Teem Recruitment is seeking a Data Lead (Arbor Specialist) to join a school environment in Hanley Castle. The role focuses on preparing and submitting the School Census, using Arbor or a similar MIS to maintain accurate data and ensure census compliance.

The successful candidate will work independently, manage census-related activities with minimal supervision, and support data governance and integrity within the school’s MIS framework.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a School Data Officer or within a similar school data administration role.
• Proven experience preparing and submitting School Census returns.
• Strong working knowledge of Arbor or a similar school MIS.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Understanding of data protection and confidentiality requirements within anEducational setting.
• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the preparation, validation, and submission of the statutory School Census.
• Ensure pupil, staff, attendance, and curriculum data is accurate and compliant with DfE requirements.
• Identify and resolve data anomalies and errors before census submission.
• Produce reports and data extracts to support census returns and school leadership requirements.
• Assist with the maintenance and integrity of the school’s Management Information System.
• Support data audits and ensure compliance with school data management procedures.
• Liaise with school staff to obtain and verify information required for census returns.
• Provide guidance on best practice relating to school data and census processes.

Skills

Arbor

School MIS

Job description

Teem Recruitment is seeking a Data Lead (Arbor Specialist) to join a school environment in Hanley Castle. The role focuses on preparing and submitting the School Census, using Arbor or a similar MIS to maintain accurate data and ensure census compliance.

The successful candidate will work independently, manage census-related activities with minimal supervision, and support data governance and integrity within the school’s MIS framework.