Exams and Data Manager

The Methodist Church in Britain; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ark Evelyn Grace Academy in London is seeking an Exams and Data Manager to oversee the full exam cycle, data systems, and daily cover management. You will work with leadership, teaching and support staff to ensure accurate data handling and timely results.

The role combines exam administration, data analysis and reporting, with responsibilities across timetabling, attendance and system upgrades. A proactive, detail-focused candidate is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing data systems across student, assessment and census data.
• Knowledge of GDPR and confidential record handling.
• Experience with Excel and large data sets.
• Familiarity with timetabling and examination processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver all internal and external examinations, including entries, access arrangements, timetabling, rooming, invigilation, materials and results, in line with JCQ and awarding body rules.
• Manage the academy's data systems so that student, assessment, attendance, admissions, exclusions, options, SEND and census data stays accurate, secure and current.
• Produce and analyse reports on trends and on student, subject and cohort performance to inform leadership decisions.
• Manage the staff cover process, including absence calls and daily cover arrangements.
• Manipulate large, complex data sets in Excel and MIS to extract the information needed.
• Provide data and analysis requested by SLT, teaching and support staff in an accessible format.
• Design report templates that reflect academy priorities for progress and attendance communication.
• Support the creation of the timetable and options models with curriculum leads.
• Make timetabling and room arrangements that minimise disruption to teaching and learning.
• Support leadership with the management of examination results days.
• Transfer student data accurately between systems, liaising with third parties where required.
• Support the implementation of new systems, provide training and user guides, and resolve issues raised by staff, students and parents

Skills

Organised

Multi-tasking

Flexible

Independent

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Excel & MIS

GDPR compliance

Tools

MIS

Job description

This is the Exams and Data Manager post at Ark Evelyn Grace Academy, a secondary school, sitting within the business support team. The role runs the full exam cycle, from entries and access arrangements to invigilation and results days, alongside the academy's student data systems and reporting. What sets it apart is the mix of exam administration, data analysis and daily cover management, with the post-holder working across leadership, teaching and support staff. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post starts as soon as possible.

What the job involves

• Plan and deliver all internal and external examinations, including entries, access arrangements, timetabling, rooming, invigilation, materials and results, in line with JCQ and awarding body rules
• Manage the academy's data systems so that student, assessment, attendance, admissions, exclusions, options, SEND and census data stays accurate, secure and current
• Produce and analyse reports on trends and on student, subject and cohort performance to inform leadership decisions
• Manage the staff cover process, including absence calls and daily cover arrangements
• Manipulate large, complex data sets in Excel and MIS to extract the information needed
• Provide data and analysis requested by SLT, teaching and support staff in an accessible format
• Design report templates that reflect academy priorities for progress and attendance communication
• Support the creation of the timetable and options models with curriculum leads
• Make timetabling and room arrangements that minimise disruption to teaching and learning
• Support leadership with the management of examination results days
• Transfer student data accurately between systems, liaising with third parties where required
• Support the implementation of new systems, provide training and user guides, and resolve issues raised by staff, students and parents

Skills & knowledge

• Organised, able to multi-task and work flexibly
• Works independently and well in a team
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Confident using Excel and MIS to handle large, complex data sets
• Keeps records accurate and confidential, in line with GDPR