Data Insights and Examinations Officer at Orion Academy

As Orion Academy continues to expand, high-quality data management and examination administration are increasingly important in supporting school improvement and student success. The Data Insights and Examinations Officer plays a vital role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity and effective use of student data, enabling leaders and staff to make informed decisions that improve outcomes. The role is also responsible for the smooth and compliant delivery of internal and external examinations, ensuring that all students receive the support and access arrangements they require.

About the Role

The Data Insights and Examinations Officer is responsible for providing an efficient, accurate and proactive service to the Academy through the effective management of examinations, assessment and student data systems.

The role combines responsibility for the administration of all internal and external examinations with the collection, analysis, interpretation and reporting of data that supports student achievement, curriculum development, statutory returns and school improvement priorities.

This role will cover Functional Skills, Entry Level, BTEC and GCSE qualifications across multiple examination boards, alongside responsibility for maintaining and developing systems for student performance, attendance, behaviour and progress reporting.

More information about the role responsibilities are located in the candidate information pack.

About You

• Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics (Grade C/4 or equivalent).
• Experience in managing, maintaining or developing data systems, MIS or structured reporting processes.
• Experience of producing accurate reports, summaries or data insights to support decision making.
• Ability to accurately input, manage, analyse and retrieve data from complex databases.
• Experience working within a structured administrative role with high levels of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Experience of supporting or managing aspects of examinations administration (internal and/or external).
• High attention to detail with a commitment to data integrity, compliance and accuracy.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Why Join Orion Academy?

If you are committed to enriching and improving the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, if you would like to join a team which delivers an exciting and diverse curriculum, and if you want to work in a vibrant and dynamic Special Academy – we want to hear from you. Students are taught through a differentiated and bespoke curriculum designed to enhance their personal development through the lens of our six characteristics: self-awareness, commitment, being resilient, team player, problem solver, showing empathy.

How to apply

To apply for this post please submit an application form via the MyNewTerm portal.

The deadline for applications is Wednesday 29th July Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place in August.

Orion Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, Occupational Health check and a probationary period of 6 months. The Orion Academy is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of ethnic backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our school community