Data Officer - ASAP Start

Arcadia School in Dubai is at the forefront of international education with a unique learning programme which fosters an inclusive culture, allowing every student to reach and exceed their full potential. Our creative learning environments develop collaborative and innovative approaches to learning with a blend of digital and real-life applications, building future-ready students who are ethical, aspirational and internationally minded. In our seventh year of operations, we host over 950 students from a diverse array of cultural backgrounds, but always focusing on our British heritage and Emirati culture. We currently operate from FS1 to Year 11 and will open our Sixth Form in the 2024-25 Academic year.

Our developmental mindset ensures we focus heavily on professional learning for all staff with a strong coaching philosophy for growth and progression. We place wellbeing, happiness and an inclusive focus at the heart of all we do, ensuring the vision of nurturing life-long learning is brought to life for all. With an emphasis on academic success, sport and performing arts, innovation, technology and entrepreneurialism we strive to inspire every child and ensure that success can be found through a myriad of channels. 

We are looking to appoint an experienced Data Officer to start in August 2024. The successful candidate will manage and maintain the smooth operation of the school information system (iSAMS) while providing effective management of student performance data and reporting systems.

Requirements:

●     Minimum 3 years’ experience in IT / Data role in a professional environment

●    In-depth knowledge and a successful track record of working with iSAMS and managing student attainment data is essential.

●     Proficient user of Excel and other databases. Be able to analyse and present attainment and progress data accurately

●     Sound knowledge of the British education assessment requirements and curriculum

●     Knowledge of the data requirements as part of school inspection

●     Exhibit exemplary written and spoken English

●     Demonstrate competence in computer technical skills using Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint and other related programs and software for educational and business office use

●     Attention to detail, a high level of accuracy and the ability to work independently are required.

●     An understanding of and/or experience of working both Primary and Secondary educational organisations is highly desirable.

●     Excellent organisation and interpersonal skills.

●     Solid communication skills and attention to detail.

●     Able to multitask and cope with a degree of pressure at peak times

Core Responsibilities:

●     Manage and maintain the School Information System (iSAMS).

●     Manage and maintain the Whole School Assessment and Tracking system.

●     Prepare and manage academic year start and end processes.

●     Co-ordinate the integration and ongoing development of relevant data, processes and procedures into the school’s existing information management infrastructure (systems include but are not limited to: iSAMS, Learning Ladders and Seesaw).

●     Assist in the setup and maintenance of the School Timetable in iSAMS.

●     Setup and maintain new iSAMS modules.

●     Setup and manage user accounts and permissions.

●     Monitor user access and security.

●     Provide support to system users for general tasks.

●     Assist with reporting processes.

●     Create templates, map them and publish to parent portal

●     Import Assessment data (e.g. CAT4, GL Progress Test and internal assessment data).

●     Provide Data Reports including reports on predicted grades.

●     Liaise with senior and middle leaders on the interpretation and implication of data.

●     Liaise with the IT Department regarding all technical aspects of the school’s iSAMS e.g. implementation of new systems and/or modules, upgrades, maintaining users and accounts, troubleshooting issues.

●     Develop standard operating procedures and best practices with regard to ongoing maintenance and usage of the ISAMS, including providing written protocols and guidance to relevant stakeholders.

●     Provide feedback on integrations between systems.

●     Provide training and support as needed to various stakeholder groups in the use of the system, including in-service training for new teachers.

●     Support other IT related activities as necessary.

●     Manage the School Reports mailbox

To apply please complete application form and submit your CV and a cover letter as supporting documents.

Kindly note that due to the volume of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted back.

Arcadia Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced background check and satisfactory references.

To know more about the school please visit our website https://arcadia.sch.ae