GLF Schools seeking an exceptional Head of Data to provide strategic leadership for how data is designed, governed, analysed and used across GLF Schools. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our mission to improve educational outcomes, strengthen organisational effectiveness, and support evidence informed decision making across a large and growing Multi Academy Trust.

Your Opportunity

As our Head of Data, you will shape the future of GLF’s data ecosystem - ensuring we have coherent, trusted and high quality data that drives meaningful insight. Working closely with the Head of Impact, Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO), and senior education and operational leaders, you will lead the development of analytics capability, set trust wide data strategy and standards, and ensure that data is used ethically, responsibly and with maximum impact.

You will oversee the design and evolution of data platforms, implement robust governance, and foster strong data literacy across our schools and central services. From predictive analytics to evidence informed improvement, you will play a critical role in enabling early insight, rigorous evaluation and continuous learning across the organisation.

This is a unique opportunity for a strategic thinker who combines technical expertise with excellent leadership skills - someone who can inspire confidence, build capability, and drive innovation in how data is used to transform outcomes for children and young people.

This will be a hybrid post, with opportunities to work from home and at one of our Head Offices (The Beacon School, Banstead) or Earlsfield (London), or one of our satellite offices in Camberley, Caterham, Crawley, or Banbury.

What we are looking for:

Essential Experience

• Proven expertise in Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate and Microsoft Fabric.
• Strong SQL skills and experience using Python for data analysis.
• Experience developing theories of change and applying them to drive practical implementation and improvement.
• Ability to turn complex data into clear, compelling insight for diverse audiences in a large public sector organisation.
• Demonstrated use of evidence from sector bodies (e.g. EEF, DfE) to inform change and improvement.
• Experience leading innovation, pilots or test and learn initiatives.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and build organisational learning cultures.
• Strong analytical capability alongside the ability to interpret, contextualise and communicate findings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work across multiple disciplines and foster collaboration.
• Strategic thinker with high levels of curiosity and rigour.

Desirable

• Experience working with schools, MATs or other education organisations.
• Knowledge of education data systems (e.g. MIS, assessment platforms).
• Understanding of emerging technologies (e.g. AI/ML) and their potential value.
• Knowledge of Science of Learning or related research areas.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

Our Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Pay Range: Leadership 1- £50-£55k

Contract type: Full time, Permanent

Closing date: 19 April 2026

Interview date: TBC

At GLF Schools, the safety and wellbeing of children and young people is our top priority. We are fully committed to safeguarding and expect everyone who works or volunteers with us to share that commitment. All roles are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We understand that life is busy and that flexibility matters. That’s why we’re happy to explore flexible working arrangements that help you balance your professional and personal commitments.

GLF Schools is proud to celebrate the rich diversity of our schools and communities. We’re building a culture where:

• Everyone is respected and valued.
• Discrimination is never tolerated.
• Equity and fairness are at the heart of everything we do.
• Staff, children, and students are safe to express their identities.

We believe that diversity strengthens our organisation and our community. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from groups that are underrepresented in our workforce. This includes, but is not limited to, people from diverse ethnic backgrounds, trans and non-binary individuals, people of all ages, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of all faiths and beliefs.

To help us manage applications efficiently:

• We may close this vacancy early if we receive a strong response, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
• We may also interview shortlisted candidates before the official closing date.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we will carry out an online search and request references for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to complete a self-declaration form. You will have the opportunity in the application form to confirm if you would prefer referees to be contacted after your interview.