Data Manager

For this role the school would consider either an all year round contract or a term time only contract plus additional weeks.A pro-rata salary would be paid for a term time only contract.Wetherby High School is a forward-thinking school in a semi-rural area of North Leeds. We are proud of our caring and inclusive reputation and have a strong team of professionals committed to developing and delivering a rich learning experience for all our students.Our school community is based upon an inclusive and restorative ethos that we believe best allows every student the opportunity to realise their full potential.To enhance our professional team, we are now seeking an experienced Data Manager who has the tenacity, skills and flexibility to work in a fast-moving environment and the passion to help our children to progress and develop.The successful candidate will have a strong academic record, including education to degree level or equivalent, highly-developed communication and organisational skills, along with expert IT skills and the ability to master a wide range of data programmes and systems. This will include a high level of proficiency in excel and the creation, development and use of databases. Applicants should have recent experience in the analysis, storage and presentation of complex data and the creation of effective and secure data management systems. Individual training on school specific systems and processes, such as the creation and management of the school’s timetable, can be supported following appointment for a successful candidate with strong analytical, problem solving and IT skills. A flexible, responsive ‘can do’ approach to team working and organisational needs is essential. The post holder will also be a coach and fully involved in our Coaching programme and House system, flexible learning and invigilation duties.It is essential that the post holder shares our school ethos which is firmly rooted in a restorative approach and the following values: to ‘Know our children well’; to be ‘Partners in Learning’; to develop ‘Character for Achievement’; to ‘Enjoy and Aspire’. We firmly believe that in order to move forwards we need to be prepared and able to ‘do things differently and do different things’. We significantly invest in the development and training of all colleagues who are equally happy to share their expertise, skills and knowledge across the organisation. If you are looking to be stretched and challenged within a positive and creative staff team and you have a genuine desire to make a positive difference to our children, please submit an application form and covering letter by noon on Monday 26th February 2024.
We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applications will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check and satisfactory references. The school has a privacy statement for job applicants which is published on the website.