Job Title
Senior Data Manager
Location
Lift Greensward, Greensward Lane, Hockley, Essex, SS5 5HG, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent, Full Time
Working Hours / Weeks
37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year
Start Date
September 2026
Salary & Benefits
£41,586.14 – £45,451.38 per annum plus well‑being cash plan, pension scheme (LGPS) and additional Lift Schools benefits.
Overview
We are looking to appoint a Senior Data Manager to play a key role in driving the effective use of data across the school. The successful candidate will lead on the collection, analysis and management of data, ensuring accuracy, integrity and accessibility to support teaching, learning and strategic decision‑making. You will take ownership of the school’s MIS, tracking documents, oversee statutory returns and work closely with senior leaders to provide meaningful insights that improve outcomes for students.
Responsibilities
The role includes:
- Managing the school’s Management Information System (MIS) and supporting wider system use.
- Collecting, analysing and ensuring the integrity of complex data sets.
- Producing clear, stakeholder‑focused reports and insights.
- Overseeing statutory returns and ensuring compliance.
- Collaborating with senior leaders to inform evidence‑based decisions.
- Managing competing priorities in an independent and collaborative manner.
Qualifications
- Strong experience working with data systems, ideally within education.
- Ability to analyse complex data and present it clearly to a range of stakeholders.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
- Confidence in managing MIS and supporting broader system use across a school.
- Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.
- Proactivity, organisation and strong competing‑priority management skills.
Benefits
- A collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Open and inclusive culture led by a supportive senior team.
- Highly supportive Lift Schools network with cross‑school collaboration.
- Opportunities to develop and grow your career.
- Chance to work with an enthusiastic, well‑manned and resilient student body.
- Comprehensive training to boost your career.
- Generous benefits including pension, healthcare and financial support.
- Lifestyle perks such as discounted gym memberships, travel deals and electric vehicle incentives.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lift Schools is a Disability Confident Employer and embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We consider job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities. A guaranteed interview scheme is available for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Closing Date
26th April 2026
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