Data Officer

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a welcoming Camden school to recruit an experienced Data Officer. The role focuses on managing the MIS (SIMS), maintaining student and staff records, and producing data reports for leaders and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have proven SIMS experience in a school, strong IT skills with Excel, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to analyse data and prepare clear reports.

Qualifications

• Proven SIMS experience within a school setting.
• Experience in a school data or administration role.
• Strong IT skills, including Excel for data analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Ability to analyze data and produce clear reports.
• Understanding of school data processes and statutory returns.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the SIMS MIS.
• Ensure student records, attendance data and staff information are accurate.
• Produce regular data reports for senior leaders, staff and external stakeholders.
• Support assessment, examination and performance data administration.
• Manage admissions, transfers and leavers within the school database.
• Monitor attendance data and produce relevant reports.
• Support data collection processes, including census returns and statutory reporting.
• Ensure data is handled securely and in line with GDPR requirements.
• Provide support and guidance on SIMS and school data systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Time management

Communication skills

Independent working

Tools

SIMS

Excel

Job description

Data Officer - Secondary School

Camden, London

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

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout the process.
• Access to opportunities within a wide network of London schools.
• Ongoing support and guidance from our experienced education recruitment team.
• A straightforward and supportive recruitment process.

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.