Exams, Data Insights and Systems Manager

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Employee Reward Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site gym facilities

Welcoming and inclusive school culture

Job summary

Bridgwater College Academy, part of Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust, is seeking an experienced Exams, Data Insights and Systems Manager to lead MIS, examinations systems and whole-school data. The role supports senior leaders with data-driven decision making and school improvement across both phases.

The post requires knowledge of JCQ regulations, strong analytical and IT skills, and a proactive approach to improving systems and data quality.

Qualifications

• Experience with school MIS and whole-school data within an educational setting.
• Working knowledge of JCQ regulations and examinations administration is essential.
• Strong analytical, IT and organisational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management and development of MIS, examinations systems and related platforms.
• Produce and analyse whole-school reports, dashboards and data for senior leaders.
• Manage statutory data returns, including School Census and examination data submissions.
• Oversee the internal and external examination cycle ensuring JCQ and awarding body compliance.
• Support colleagues to use MIS/data systems effectively and maintain high data quality.

Skills

MIS systems

Data reporting

Examinations admin

Analytical thinking

IT skills

Job description

Exams, Data Insights and Systems Manager- 37 hours per week |40 weeks per year (term-time only + INSET days + 1 week)| Permanent | BTCT Points 16 - 18, starting from £33,477.79 per annum (actual)

About Bridgwater College Academy

Bridgwater College Academy is a vibrant and inclusive all-through academy serving the local community, currently on an exciting school improvement journey focused on raising standards, enriching opportunities and achieving the very best outcomes for every student. With a strong commitment to excellence, collaboration and innovation, the Academy is building a culture where both pupils and staff can thrive, making it an inspiring place to work and develop professionally.

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Exams, Data Insights and Systems Manager to lead the management of our examinations, management information systems and whole-school data and reporting across Bridgwater College Academy.

This is a varied role at the heart of the Academy's operations, working closely with senior leaders and colleagues across both phases of the school to ensure our systems, examinations and whole-school information are accurate, effective and compliant.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the day-to-day management and development of the Academy's MIS, examinations systems and associated digital platforms.
• Producing and analysing whole-school reports, dashboards and data to support senior leaders with decision-making and school improvement.
• Leading statutory data returns, including the School Census, assessment returns and examination data submissions.
• Managing the full internal and external examination cycle, ensuring compliance with JCQ and awarding body requirements.
• Supporting colleagues to use MIS and data systems effectively and maintaining high standards of data quality across the Academy.
• Identifying opportunities to improve systems and processes through automation, digital workflows and effective use of technology.

You will have experience of working with school MIS systems and whole-school data within an educational setting, alongside strong analytical, IT and organisational skills. A working knowledge of JCQ regulations and examinations administration is also essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across data, systems and examinations and is looking for a varied role where they can make a real contribution to the effective running and continued improvement of the Academy.

What We Offer

We care about our staff and are committed to creating a positive and supportive working environment. In addition to salary, we offer:

• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of over 19%
• Employee Reward Scheme, including high street discounts and access to a staff wellbeing centre
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to on-site gym facilities at selected locations
• A welcoming and inclusive school community

Closing date for applications: Sunday 20th September 2026, at 11:59pm

Anticipated interview date: Week commencing 21st September 2026

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, generous employer pension contribution, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Safeguarding Statement

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).