Data Manager (Maternity Cover)

From the advert

Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale G: £17,402 to £18,594 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£32,578 - £34,811 full time/full year equivalent)

Fixed Term: until 5th April 2027

Part Time: 22.5 hours per week (Working pattern is flexible and may vary occasionally dependent on demand. This can be discussed at interview.)

Working Weeks: 39 weeks

Start Date: December 2026 or January 2027

Great Yarmouth Charter Academy is seeking an organised, accurate and analytical individual who is able to work well within a large school environment and associated demands for the role of Data Manager (Maternity Cover).

What You’ll Be Doing

• To manage data analysis for the Academy and Trust by collating, controlling, interpreting and disseminating complete and accurate data to enable target setting, analyse results and provide baseline data for the executive leadership team and teachers so action can be taken to help raise student standards of achievement.
• To manage the Academy’s reporting of student progress to parents.
• To ensure accurate and timely production of academy statistics in order to report to the government, Academy committee members, Trust, Executive Leadership Team and other stakeholders.
• With support from relevant SLT, build and maintain accurate timetabling information in readiness for the new academic year and ensure it is kept updated throughout the school year.
• To manage staff data and update database with any staff changes in liaison with HR.

About You:

You will be someone with strong analytical skills, problem-solving skills, excellent communication, technical proficiency, as well as project management abilities to ensure data quality, governance, and meaningful insights.

Essential:

• Good basic level of education preferably including GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Sound experience of development, management and operation of organisational and administrative procedures.
• Experience of data collection, analysis and reporting and of maintaining accurate data within IT management information systems, preferably within a school or education environment.
• Excellent analytical and IT skills, preferably including the use of the Microsoft Excel, Access and MIS in order to produce accurate and effective report and tracking systems.
• Good communication skills, both written and spoken, in order to interpret and present data and to ascertain exact reporting needs for a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Why Join Inspiration Trust

At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.

We offer:

• Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
• Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
• Free parking at most sites
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• A structured and specific induction programme.

*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

About Us

Great Yarmouth Charter Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2024. The report highlighted that "Pupils at Great Yarmouth Charter Academy are proud to attend the school. It provides them with a safe and structured environment. It is a place where pupils can thrive and achieve their potential."

Over the last four rounds of Year 7 admissions, the school has become oversubscribed with first-choice pupils. Our current job opportunities reflect this growth and our ongoing commitment to supporting students from our local community.

We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.

The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.

For information on what it is like to live and work in Great Yarmouth, click here .

Next Steps

Before applying, please read the attached Recruitment Pack and Job Description, for more details about the role. We ask that you read this pack carefully, especially the “Planning your application” section from page 11. This will support your application ensuring you have the opportunity to tell us about your relevant skills, experience and qualifications that relate to the job description and person specification in addition to details of your references covering the last 5 years.

If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Faye Woodham, PA to Principal (FayeWoodham@inspirationtrust.org).

To apply for this role please click the Apply button to complete the online application form.

When you start your application, you will receive several emails from our application provider, Vacancy Filler. Please be aware that some email providers may mistakenly mark these messages as spam. To avoid missing important updates, we recommend checking your spam or junk folders regularly throughout the application process and marking these emails as safe.

Closing date for applications: 12noon on Sunday 1st November 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 10th November 2026

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.