School Data Maestro: MIS Lead & Analytics

Cirencester Deer Park School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Mutual membership

Inclusive working environment

Professional growth opportunities

Energetic team culture

Job summary

Cirencester Deer Park School is seeking an experienced Data Manager to lead the administration and development of the MIS, ensuring accurate pupil, staff and curriculum data and supporting school improvement.

You will produce dashboards and reports for senior leaders and governors, coordinate statutory returns, and work with staff, parents and external agencies while upholding GDPR and data protection. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and a proactive data governance approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Management Information Systems (MIS).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, validation and reporting functions.
• Experience managing large and complex datasets.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A strong understanding of data management principles and reporting.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• A commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management and development of the school's MIS.
• Ensure pupil, staff and curriculum data is accurate, secure and up to date.
• Coordinate statutory returns including the School Census and Workforce Census.
• Produce reports, dashboards and data analysis for senior leaders, governors and other stakeholders.
• Manage assessment, attendance and pupil data processes.
• Support timetable administration and curriculum planning.
• Ensure GDPR, data protection legislation and school policies are followed.
• Work closely with staff, parents, local authorities and external agencies to facilitate information exchange.

Skills

MIS experience

Advanced Excel

Large datasets

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Data reporting

Education

GCSEs in English & Maths

Tools

MIS (Management Information System)

Job description

Cirencester Deer Park School is seeking an experienced Data Manager to lead the administration and development of the MIS, ensuring accurate pupil, staff and curriculum data and supporting school improvement.

You will produce dashboards and reports for senior leaders and governors, coordinate statutory returns, and work with staff, parents and external agencies while upholding GDPR and data protection. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and a proactive data governance approach.