Data & Examination Officer

1. Data Leadership & Analysis

• Lead the development and oversight of a real-time academic data ecosystem using iSAMS as

the school’s central MIS.

• Manage the collection, accuracy, and integrity of key school data, including attendance,

punctuality, admissions, attainment, and progress.

• Produce accurate, timely reports and dashboards for SLT, middle leaders, and governors to

inform strategic decision-making.

• Monitor and analyse trends in student performance, attendance, and enrolment, providing

actionable insights to support teaching, learning, and whole-school improvement.

• Coordinate GL assessments and performance tracking, integrating outcomes into dashboards

for leadership reporting.

• Compile and present relevant academic performance data, attendance statistics, and progress

measures for accreditation, audits, and inspection processes.

• Ensure full compliance with data protection and confidentiality requirements.

2. Examinations

• Organise and manage all internal and external examinations in line with JCQ, Pearson, and

other awarding body regulations.

• Coordinate exam entries, timetables, rooming, access arrangements, and communication with

staff, students, and parents.

• Manage secure storage, distribution, and collection of exam papers and materials.

• Recruit, train, and supervise invigilators to ensure compliant delivery of exams.

Oversee accurate results processing and ensure timely communication of outcomes to staff,
students, and parents.

3. Admissions & Operational Data

• Provide support, guidance, and training for Admissions and Operations teams in the accurate

entry, management, and reporting of enrolment, application, attendance, and punctuality data.

• Develop and promote consistent systems and standards for data use across these teams,

ensuring alignment with KHDA compliance requirements.

• Support the quality assurance of operational data, ensuring readiness for inspections and

audits through structured documentation and data integrity.

4. Capacity Building & Support

• Provide staff training in MIS usage, dashboards, and data literacy to promote confident, datainformed teaching and decision-making.

• Support parents in understanding and engaging with school data (e.g., reports, assessments,

and progress dashboards).

• Support the Senior Leadership Team with data analysis for school improvement planning,

inspections, and accreditation documentation.

• Collaborate with academic and operational teams to ensure data systems and processes

actively support the school’s strategic goals.

Desired Candidate Profile

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in data management, exams, or educational administration
role (school-based experience preferred).

• Strong IT skills, with expertise in MIS, databases, and Excel (experience with iSAMS is
  highly desirable).

• Demonstrated ability to train, guide, and support colleagues in the effective use of MIS
  systems and data dashboards.

• Excellent organisational and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain complex data
  to staff, parents, and external stakeholders.

• Knowledge of JCQ regulations and exam administration processes is an advantage.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic educational environment.

• Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and maintaining the highest standards of
  integrity.