Data and Systems Administrator – 5374

Our client is seeking an eager Data and Systems Administrator to further their career, to be based in Kensington, London. This will also include occasional visits to their Ashford, Surrey site.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Act as the system administrator for their Management Information System (currently SchoolBase with scope to change).
2. Act as administrator for the schools’ SAAS applications such as Firefly / MS365.
3. Act as administrator for teaching and business software. Ensure the smooth and effective function of the systems and software across the business.
4. Ensure all student and staff records are updated in a timely manner.
5. Support staff in their use of MIS and other systems. Provide up to date training as required, ensuring software is used accurately and in a standardised manner by all.
6. Responsible for the annual roll-over and new intake of pupils and staff. Managing staff and pupil joiners and leavers throughout the year.
7. Produce and manage reports upon request from staff.
8. Ensure data for pupil-premium students is correctly recorded.
9. Collect and update FFT/MidYis (or equivalent) data in liaison with the Deputy Head academic.
10. Assist with the IT helpdesk ticket distribution amongst the IT team.
11. Liaise with 3rd party software vendors for the regular upgrade of our systems and software.
12. Check all database platforms are backed up and retrievable in case of DR.
13. Coordinate and produce accurate, valid and timely UK statutory returns such as ISC and DfE Census.
14. Participate in projects to migrate data to a new MIS and improve business processes.
15. Train system users and provide advice and support to support staff and teachers.
16. Be the central point of contact for the administration, termination and renewal of teaching software and other administrative platforms.
17. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head of IT.

Desired Skills:

1. Experience of working with a complex database, such as a student records system.
2. Experience with reporting tools and data analytics including SQL.
3. Experience using PowerBI for API’s.
4. Contributes fully to an effective team environment; demonstrates willingness to work cooperatively with others to achieve shared goals.

You will need an Enhanced DBS check to work within this school.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

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Job Title: Data and Systems Administrator - 5374
Job Reference: 5374

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