Job Description

Manchester Enterprise Academy

Manchester
33,143 - 36,363 per year

Salary:

The starting salary is 33,143

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

31 October 2025

Apply by:

14 September 2025

Job overview

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We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Data Manager to join our fantastic team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA)

This is a Grade 6 permanent post working 35 hours per week, all year round. The starting salary is 33,143, this is a permanent, full time role starting once preemployment checks are complete.

We're looking for:

A Data Manager with excellent analytical skills to dissect information in order to accurately complete and maintain relevant records and produce complex reports and returns. Previous experience or knowledge of data analysis in an education setting is essential you will also need to be an excellent communication skills to communicate effectively, face-to-face or by telephone, with students, parents, colleagues, external educational agencies and members of the public. Excellent IT skills, with high proficiency in all Microsoft applications including excel is essential, you will also need excellent numeracy and literacy skills.

Main purpose of the job:

You will be responsible for the maintenance of the school's Management Information System (MIS) and other software products (e.g., SiSRA) ensuring that whole school data is accurate, up to date and robust procedures are in place for processing and analysing the data to support the effective operation of the school.

Key responsibilities will include:

To be responsible for all aspects of the organisation of school data management and assessment processes. To be responsible for all aspects of the organisation of internal and external examinations ensuring all external examinations are delivered in line with JCQ requirements. To work collaboratively with all staff and parents in order to support student progress and wellbeing To further develop expertise in the software used by schools for information management, assessment processes and examination entries. To be responsible for the creation and maintenance of appropriate data collection structures and data processing processes for staff. To be responsible for the accuracy, confidentiality and security of data processed by self and other people.

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses

Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff

Good holidays - teachers as per School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service

Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free

Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines

Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans

Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible

Mental Health First Aid in every school

Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more

bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust:

https://www.prospere.org.uk/

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you've lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application support contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email jobs@prospere.org.uk

About

Manchester Enterprise Academy

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Manchester Enterprise Academy

Simonsway, Wythenshawe, Manchester
Greater Manchester
M22 9RH
United Kingdom

+44 161 499 2726

Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA) opened in 2009 and is proud to be part of the Prospere Learning Trust.



Our campus now has two teaching buildings, which incorporate a Theatre, Art, Fashion and Dance studios and new Science laboratories. There is also a new 1million multi-sport facility which includes a full-size 3G rugby and football pitch and other redeveloped sports facilities. We also have a new cafe and dining facilities, two Food Technology rooms and recently refurbished ICT, Business and Modern Foreign Language classrooms.



In order to deliver our vision of a fantastic future for all our students, it is important that they achieve the best academic results possible. Our vision of a "Fantastic Future for All Our Students" is easy to understand, but complex to achieve, as the future evolves so rapidly around us. Students have to adapt in order to build themselves a secure and resilient future. We focus relentlessly on the MEA Way, of Safe, Respectful and Ready. The business partners who lead the Trust help us to complement academic achievement with the other skills that employers demand of their staff. Enterprising, entrepreneurial and networking skills, team working, presenting information and project management are all part of our Fantastic Futures curriculum and, allied to our Pastoral Pledges and aligned to our outstanding Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) provision.



We work incredibly hard to attract the best teachers and our teacher training provision is graded outstanding by Manchester University. We believe that our teachers' expertise needs to inspire our students by allowing them to shape and craft exciting learning experiences. Our teaching model emphasises excellent classroom dynamics between staff and students. Exams are a serious business, learning is an emotional journey - students who enjoy learning perform far better than those who are uninspired.



MEA has been graded as 'Good' by Ofsted following the 2021 inspection,



'Staff have high expectations for all pupils.'



'Teachers know their subjects well' and pupils 'are keen to learn' and 'behave well in lessons.'



'Pupils from all backgrounds are well supported to gain the resilience and knowledge that they need for a positive future.' Ofsted 2021

Prospere Learning Trust

Manchester Enterprise Academy is part of the Prospere Learning Trust, which believes in working collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes and life chances for students. The Trust currently comprises of 9 schools, including 4 mainstream high schools and 5 special needs schools (both primary and secondary) with further schools anticipated across Greater Manchester. Find out more about Prospere Learning Trust in the candidate brochure.

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