Ref: 000939
Data, Assessment and Exams Officer
Grade 5, SCP 18 - 23, £30,559 - £33,366 (pay award pending)
36 hours 40 minutes per week / Term time plus 10 days
Actual pro rata salary - £26,840 - £29,306
We are seeking an organised and detailed-focused Data, Assessment and Examinations Officer to join our Data Team. This key role supports the smooth running of assessments, reporting, and examinations, and ensures accurate use of our Management Information Systems (MIS).
You will lead on the administration of internal and external exams, manage pupil data and reports, and produce timely analysis to support school improvement. You’ll also oversee statutory returns, ensure GDPR compliance, and work closely with staff, students, and families.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has strong data and ICT skills (SIMS, Excel, Power BI etc)
- Understands exams protocols (Training can be provided)
- Awareness of data protection
- Is methodical, accurate, and able to manage deadlines
- Communicates clearly and professionally
- Excellent organisational skills
For an informal discussion, please contact Rachel Lawlor (Systems, Information and Development Lead), [email protected]
Working for Saddleworth School means that you would be part of the Cranmer Education Trust, a successful, growing Trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise. This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools.
Alongside Saddleworth the Trust is made up of primary and secondary schools across Oldham and Rochdale. The Trust also incorporates a teacher training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub and an MFL hub, which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England. For further details please visit https://careers.cranmereducationtrust.com/.
This position will be based at Saddleworth School, but may from time to time require travel as necessary to collaborate with other schools which are all locally based.
We offer:
- Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust.
- A strong school community that places children, families and staff at the heart of everything we do.
- A supportive team who will work with and alongside you to achieve the very best
- LGPS career average pension scheme with a generous employer
- New state of the art building in attractive rural surroundings
- Access from motorway (Junction 22, M62), and local bus networks.
Saddleworth School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Cranmer Education Trust follows safer recruitment practices. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and appointment is therefore subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.
For further information please refer to:
- The Cranmer Education Trust’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Trust Policies | Cranmer Education Trust
- The Trust’s statement on the employment of ex-offenders, in the vacancy Supporting Documents section.
- The job description and person specification for further information regarding the safeguarding responsibilities of the role.
Follow the link Cranmer Education Trust - Careers site to apply for this vacancy.
Please note CVs are not accepted.
Closing Date: Friday 08th August 2025 at 12.00pm
Interviews: w/c Monday 18th August 2025
Start Date: As soon as possible
The Cranmer Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.
