Information Systems and Data Officer

Company: Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
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Location: Cambridge
Job Description:

MIS & Data ManagerCambridge1 year fixed term contract initially – likely to go permanent£33,966 to £40,012 (Actual Salary offered DOE)(Term time role + 8 weeks) + Pension + Additional Benefits

Excellent opportunity for a Data or Systems professional with MIS experience looking for a role offering autonomy and the chance to play a key part in a major systems transformation, taking ownership of data and information systems within a highly regarded independent school.

This organisation operates within the independent education sector and has an outstanding national reputation for academic excellence and pupil development. They are well-established, forward-thinking, and place a strong emphasis on innovation, quality of education, and staff development within a supportive working environment.

This role is pivotal during a period of change, supporting the implementation of a new MIS while maintaining the current system. It is a standalone position, giving you the opportunity to take ownership, develop your expertise, and become the long-term systems lead. On a day-to-day basis, you will manage data integrity, system administration, reporting processes, and staff support, while working closely with external consultants and internal stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will come from a Data, Systems or MIS-focused role, ideally within education or a similar environment, and will have experience working with databases or management information systems. You will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and confident supporting users with varying levels of technical ability.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a critical function, gain exposure to a full MIS implementation project, and develop into a key systems specialist within a prestigious educational setting.

The Role:

  • Information Systems & Data Officer, acting as system owner across legacy and new MIS platforms
  • Responsible for day-to-day MIS administration, including user management, data accuracy and system configuration
  • Support full academic reporting cycles, including markbooks, report templates and validation processes
  • Maintain dashboards, assessment data and standardised testing records
  • Provide first‑line support to staff and liaise with external system providers
  • Play a key role in MIS implementation, including testing, migration and configuration
  • Oversee school portal and linked systems, ensuring smooth integration and performance
  • Based onsite in Cambridge

The Person:

  • Experience in a Data, Systems or MIS role, ideally within education or a similar environment
  • Experience working with databases or management information systems (e.g. iSAMS, 3Sys, Veracross or similar)
  • Strong data accuracy, data management and organisational skills
  • Confident supporting and communicating with a range of stakeholders
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and data handling
  • Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a standalone role
  • Based within a commutable distance of Cambridge and happy to work onsite

Reference Number: BBBH273259

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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Posted: June 2nd, 2026