About this role
Data Officer
We are seeking a highly organised, analytical and detail-focused Data Officer to join the team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity and effective management of academy data, supporting leaders, staff and students through the provision of high-quality information and reporting.
This is a cross-site role, and the successful candidate will work across both Harris Academy Clapham and Harris Clapham Sixth Form, supporting the data management and reporting functions of both sites.
About Us
At Harris Academy Clapham and Harris Clapham Sixth Form, our vision is simple "everything is possible". We are committed to providing an exceptional education that combines academic excellence, character development and high expectations for every student.
Serving the communities of south London, we support young people from year 7 through to sixth form, equipping them with the knowledge, skills and values needed to succeed in higher education, employment and beyond. Through our focus on courage, commitment, confidence, integrity and Endeavour, we develop ambitious, resilient and responsible young adults who are ready to make a positive impact on the world.
Our staff benefit from a collaborative and supportive culture, high-quality professional development, instructional coaching, federation-wide training and access to extensive opportunities across the Harris Federation.
Main Areas of Responsibility
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and managing academy data systems, including Bromcom, Power BI, ParentPay and other MIS platforms
- Providing strategic oversight of data to support operational performance and informed decision-making
- Managing academy timetables, including schedule changes, issue resolution and set movements
- Coordinating statutory census returns and ensuring the accurate submission of student and workforce data
- Producing and overseeing behaviour, attendance and performance reporting for academy leaders
- Managing parental reporting systems and ensuring information is accurate, secure and accessible
- Acting as the academy's data systems expert, providing training, guidance and support to staff
- Maintaining and analysing student data, including attainment, targets and Pupil Premium information
- Coordinating year-end processes, student transitions and statutory data validation exercises
- Ensuring data accuracy, compliance and effective use across the academy
Qualifications & Experience
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- Previous experience of working with a Management Information System (MIS)
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel skills
- Excellent verbal communication and numeracy skills
- Strong commitment to continuous professional development and learning new IT systems
- Excellent attention to detail, report writing and documentation skills
- Experience in a similar role
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.