Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale G: £29,516 to £31,540 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£31,537 - £33,699 full time/full year equivalent)
Working Weeks: 42 weeks
Start Date: September 2026
Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form 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.
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
Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form is a highly successful maths and science specialist sixth form for students aged 16-19, located in the heart of Norwich. Ranked sixth nationally in the Sunday Times Parent Power guide, the school has been judged Outstanding by Ofsted in all areas.
We are proud of our vibrant and supportive staff community, where satisfaction and retention are exceptionally high. In January 2025, Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form was recognised with a Staff Choice Award by Edurio, placing us in the top 10 schools nationally as a recommended place to work.
Joining our team means being part of a forward-thinking, ambitious environment where your expertise is valued, your professional development is supported, and you have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people aiming for excellence in STEM and beyond.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background. We have strong networks across the Trust, with opportunities to work with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to offering excellent professional and learning opportunities for our staff, with a busy programme of continuing professional development courses delivered by some of the country’s best educational thinkers and practitioners.
The Inspiration Trust is a Multi Academy Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for the young people of Norfolk and Suffolk, across 17 schools. We are ambitious for our schools and communities and want to create Britain’s highest performing federation of 3-19 schools and transform education in the East. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.
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 Kerry Derazza, PA to Principal ([email protected]).
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: 9am on Tuesday 7th July 2026
Interview date: Monday 13th July 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.
