Data Manager

Birmingham City Council, Alcester Lane's End, Birmingham

Data Manager

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Birmingham City Council, Alcester Lane's End, Birmingham

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 days ago, 9 Nov | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 5436925d461b4d64a0d3b447d0459591

Full Job Description

Uffculme School has a vacancy for the newly created role of Data and Attendance Manager to have oversight of our management information systems, data requirements, attendance and exams. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing and analysing data in a variety of formats as well as experience of working as an attendance officer in an educational environment., This is a busy and varied role, but one which provides an opportunity for an outstanding candidate to play a key role in the daily running of the school. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for data, attendance and examinations. Reporting to the Headteacher and Strategic Business Leader, the postholder will work closely with members of the leadership team to ensure that the school has the data and information it needs to make strategic decisions and safeguard children.

The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, able to engage with staff, members of the leadership team and governors, as well as external stakeholders. A high level of tact and diplomacy, and the ability to stay calm in a crisis, is also required in the role, as the appointed post holder will be privy to a large amount of confidential information.,

  • has a minimum of 5 GCSE's English and Mathematics at grade A-C or equivalent
  • a relevant equivalent qualification at level 3 or above
  • has a minimum of two years' experience in a similar role
  • has experience as an attendance officer in an educational environment
  • is able to work dependently, demonstrating initiative and pro-activity, as well as supporting colleagues as part of a team
  • has a high level of Microsoft Office, especially its data programmes, with the ability to extract and analyse data in a variety of formats
  • is able to work both independently as well as under pressure
  • thinks creatively and imaginatively and identifies opportunities
  • will promote our core values and ethos
  • The school is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees., This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

    Uffculme School offers co-education for children and young people of the ages 4 to 19 years from all parts of the city. Our students represent the wide cultural mix that makes up the general population of Birmingham. We are a successful school with a long and proven track record of providing high quality education for young people with a primary diagnosis of ASD. We currently cater for around 300 children over three sites., Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence. There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
  • A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
  • An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
  • A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.
  • A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.
  • A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.
  • We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.

    £33,366 to £40,476 Subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review, In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.