Data Officer

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. in Camden is seeking an experienced Data Officer to join a well-established secondary school.

The role focuses on managing the MIS (SIMS), ensuring data accuracy, and producing important reports for senior leaders and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have proven SIMS experience in a school setting, strong Excel skills, and a proactive approach to data governance and safeguarding compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience using SIMS within a school environment.
• Ability to analyse data and generate clear reports.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the school's MIS (SIMS) and data systems.
• Produce regular data reports for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Support data collection, census returns and statutory reporting.
• Ensure GDPR compliance in data handling and reporting.
• Provide guidance on the use of SIMS and school data systems.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Tools

SIMS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Data Officer - Secondary School, Camden

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a welcoming and well-established school in Camden to recruit an experienced Data Officer to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised, detail-oriented and proactive individual who has a strong understanding of school data systems and can hit the ground running. Previous experience using SIMS is essential for this role.

The Role

As Data Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the effective management, accuracy and reporting of school data. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, teaching staff and administrative colleagues, you will help ensure that accurate information is available to support effective school operations and student progress.

• Managing and maintaining the school's Management Information System (SIMS).
• Ensuring student records, attendance data and staff information are accurate and up to date.
• Producing regular data reports for senior leaders, staff and external stakeholders.
• Supporting the administration and analysis of assessment, examination and performance data.
• Managing student admissions, transfers and leavers within the school database.
• Monitoring attendance data and producing relevant reports.
• Supporting data collection processes, including census returns and statutory reporting.
• Ensuring data is handled securely and in line with GDPR requirements.
• Providing support and guidance to colleagues on the use of SIMS and school data systems.

The Ideal Candidate

• Essential: Proven experience using SIMS within a school setting.
• Previous experience working in a school data or school administration role.
• Strong IT skills and confidence working with Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheets and data analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• The ability to analyse and interpret data and produce clear, meaningful reports.
• A good understanding of school data processes, including attendance, assessment and statutory returns.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with colleagues at all levels.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in line with current legislation and guidance