SIMS and Data Manager

Windermere School; Windermere; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Windermere School is seeking a part-time SIMS and Data Manager to lead the management of the school's information systems, bringing strength in IT and data processing.

The post starts at the end of August 2026 and reports to the Academic Deputy Head; the role includes maintaining data integrity and supporting reporting requirements.

Candidates should be able to work independently, uphold safeguarding standards, and contribute to school decision-making with accurate data.

Qualifications

• Experience with school information systems and data processing.
• Ability to work part-time and prior SIMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of the school's information systems (SIMS).
• Maintain data integrity and support reporting requirements.

Skills

IT and data processing

Job description

Windermere School is looking for a part-time capable and enthusiastic SIMS and Data Manager who will take the lead on managing school information systems. We are looking for someone with a strength and/or proven experience in IT and data processing to start at the end of August 2026.

Job Title
SIMS and Data Manager

Reports To
Academic Deputy Head

24 July 2026. We reserve the right to interviews sooner.

27 August 2026

Applications will only be considered when submitted on a fully completed school application form.

Windermere School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.We obtain at least 2 references for all staff including those teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage and enhanced criminal record checks through the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) for staff and volunteers who will have unsupervised access to children. This is in accordance with requirements under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.

Applicants for posts may be invited for interview where we follow the NSPCC's Safer Recruitment Guidance Procedures.As part of the shortlisting process, the School may consider carrying out an online search of the candidate as part of their due diligence