Field Data Manager
Ark
Up to four Ark School locations, with one day per week in Central London office
- Expired
- Salary:
- £30,000 - £38,000 (depending on experience) + 11% pension contribution
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April 2019, or ASAP.
- Apply by:
- 22 February 2019
Job overview
Deadline: 12 noon, Friday 22 February 2019
Shortlisting: Shortlisted candidates will be notified by Tuesday 26 February 2019
Interviews: Friday 1 March 2019
Ark Schools prides itself on having a sector-leading approach to information systems and data analysis. With 38 schools currently open and several more under development, we are looking to appoint two highly capable, well-organised and enthusiastic Data Managers to work across a number of our schools.
The successful candidates will be responsible for the collection, organisation, input, analysis, presentation and distribution of data relating to pupil attainment and progress. Bespoke training will also be provided on how to support a range of data tools, cutting edge visualisation tools, and other powerful analytics tools that have been developed in-house.
This is a fantastic opportunity, for an enthusiastic and ambitious IT graduate or an existing Data Manager looking to grow in their career, to join our talented data and systems team.
Start date: April 2019, or ASAP.
Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 (depending on experience) + 11% pension contribution
Length of post: Permanent
Location: Up to four Ark School locations, with one day per week in Central London office
Accountable to: Senior Support Manager
To apply with your CV and cover letter, visit our recruitment portal before noon on 22 February 2019.
Purpose of the role
Outstanding management of data can make a significant difference in schools and to the lives of young people. The successful candidate will therefore provide Ark Schools with effective remote and on-site delivery by carrying out a range of information management functions to support school leaders and teachers to take informed decisions. This includes the effective management of all core data for the school which relates to students and is stored within the school management information system or our own proprietary data system. The appointed person would ensure the integrity and quality of data held throughout the year across up to four schools, ensuring that analysis and insights from the data are accurate.
Our ideal candidate will
- Have extensive experience with a range of school Management Information Systems (MIS)
- Be highly numerate with a keen attention to detail
- Willing to travel regularly between Ark Schools as required for the role
- Be aligned with the Ark Schools' vision and values
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our academies. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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About Ark
Ark is charity that aims to transform children's lives through education. Our goal is to help give children the best start in life, regardless of their background.
Our network of 39 schools schools in the UK achieves great results for young people, and some of our schools are among the best in the country. We educate around 28,500 pupils in four locations across the UK; Birmingham, Hastings, London and Portsmouth.
Why work for Ark?
At Ark, we are all united by the same goal; a commitment to drive real change in education where it’s needed most. The development of our staff is one of our top priorities, at every level and in every role.
Joining Ark means there are plenty of diverse opportunities to progress your career, choosing the direction you want to take it in. Whether that be in one of our new or transition schools, a school in another region in the UK, as part of our dedicated central team or by working for one of our innovative Ark Ventures.
Make a difference where it matters most
We only work in the communities where we can make the biggest difference to children’s lives and take on some of the most challenging schools in the country.
Many of our schools have a history of academic under-achievement or are in areas of economic disadvantage. 84% of Ark schools are rated good or outstanding by Ofsted.
Take your career in your own direction
We are committed to offering you diverse career progression, whether that means aspiring to senior leadership or becoming an outstanding at what you do, allowing you to really carve out a successful career in with us. We are dedicated to offering opportunities to support your career in our schools or as part of our wider network.
Learning at every stage
We are committed to providing high-quality professional learning throughout your career. The development of our staff is one of our top priorities, at every level and in every role. That’s why we offer twice the number of training days as standard. Staff at Ark have access to a variety of training sessions and experiences, all designed to meet the needs of their team. So no matter what stage of your career you’re at, we’ll support you to be the best that you can be.
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