School Data, Systems & Exams Manager in Hanwell, Greater London

School Data, Systems & Exams Manager

Location: Ealing, West London Salary: £44,826 – £48,144 | Start: ASAP | Temp to Perm Requirement: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain | All Year Round Role

A high‑performing secondary school in the London Borough of Ealing is seeking an experienced Data, Systems and Exams Manager to lead the strategic and operational management of whole‑school data, examinations and timetable systems. This is a key role requiring exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical capability and confident leadership of processes that directly impact school performance.

The Role

You will be responsible for the efficient leadership and coordination of:

Data Management

• In‑depth analysis of attainment and progress data using ASP, FFT, ALPS and internal assessment systems.
• Producing clear reports and presenting findings to senior leaders and teaching staff.
• Managing SIMS mark sheets, data collection points and SISRA uploads.
• Supporting target‑setting, projections and accountability measures across all key stages.

Timetable Systems

• Supporting the development, completion and maintenance of the whole‑school timetable.
• Producing staff, student, faculty and whole‑school timetables.
• Managing SIMS modules and ensuring accurate annual rollover procedures.

Cover Management

• Leading the daily cover system in line with school policy.
• Liaising with external agencies to secure teaching, support and cover staff.
• Managing the cover budget and making daily deployment decisions.

Examinations

• Acting as the lead Exams Officer, ensuring full JCQ compliance.
• Coordinating all external and internal examinations, assessments and related processes.
• Managing invigilators and exams administration staff.
• Overseeing secure storage, timetabling, entries, results and post‑results services.

Additional Responsibilities

• Supporting the production of the School Census.
• Ensuring GDPR compliance and accurate data procedures.
• Reviewing departmental practices to maximise efficiency and impact.

Person Requirements

• Strong experience managing MIS systems (SIMS essential).
• Proven background in data analysis, reporting and systems management.
• Experience managing exams in a school or similar environment.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lead staff, work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high professional standards.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required.

Contract

Temp to perm ASAP start Full‑time, on‑site role.

If this role aligns with your experience and you’re ready to take on a high‑impact operational position, we’d welcome a conversation about next steps.

Peak Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that supports Teachers and Support Staff find short and/or long-term temporary and/or permanent employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Education Schools throughout the UK. We are committed to Safer Recruitment and undertake checks on all candidates we work with. As part of the registration process, each candidate will be required to have a current DBS Disclosure and a subscription to the DBS Update Service, if you do not have one, we can support you with an application. We will also need to see all original relevant qualifications certificates before any work placement is agreed.