MIS Manager & Data Analyst - Poole High School

Dorset Council UK; Poole; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Council UK is seeking a MIS Manager & Data Analyst to oversee management information systems and data collection across schools. The role involves supporting staff, managing reports, and ensuring data integrity. Ideal candidates will have strong IT and analytical skills, with a commitment to enhancing educational outcomes.

Benefits

Automatic membership of local government pension scheme

Free access to Employee Assistance Programme

Local and national discounts for staff

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Excellent written and spoken English and numeracy skills.
• Strong IT skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the use of the MIS and school databases.
• Manage the collection and coordination of all data throughout the school.
• Manage analysis of data and compilation of reports for management.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

English proficiency

IT skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Job description

We are looking to appoint a MIS Manager & Data Analyst to join our friendly and professional school.

We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity:

• To oversee and manage use of our MIS (Management Information System) and other school databases, leading and supporting staff in the use of all curriculum and assessment Arbor modules as well as other third-party software packages, including but not limited to, SISRA, and Parents’ Evening Booking Systems.
• To manage the collection and co-ordination of all data throughout the school including student data, parent data, assessment, and examination performance.
• To manage parent facing reports, including making periodic updates to these, as required.
• To support the Course Manager and Progress Leaders in effectively returning reporting to students.
• To manage the analysis of data and compilation of reports for staff and senior management of the School/Local Advisory Board/Local Authority/Department for Education as required.
• To promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.
  
  

What We Can Offer You

• A welcoming, supportive, professional and respected team of colleagues
• Automatic membership of the Dorset Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources
• A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources
• Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores
• Access to national discounts on a wide variety of huge brands
• Free on-site parking
• The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
• The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• Excellent written and spoken English and numeracy skills
• Strong IT skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills - finding patterns which others may miss
• Attention to detail and a structured, organised approach to work
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• A flexible approach to work, as some pre-determined evening work will be needed to support of certain school events at specific times of the year. This is always arranged in advance.
  
  

You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:

• Aim high
• Keep improving
• Don’t leave anyone behind
• See the bigger picture
  
  

Any questions?

To discuss the post or your application, please contact Nikki Steele on 01202 662015 or email us at [e-mail]

How To Apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: [e-mail]

Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies

The closing date for applications is Monday 7 July 2025 at 9am.

However, we reserve the right to interview and/or appoint strong candidates before this, so we encourage you to apply early. Interview date to be confirmed.