Project Manager - Data & Systems

As a Project Manager you must have project management support  experience with a teaching or education background.  You will be organised, have good communication skills, interpersonal skills,  stakeholder liaison, systems set up knowledge.  Ideally someone with Google or PowerBI. Bringing teams together for the new school openings, collaborations with head Teachers, CEO, etc. 

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: To be confirmed
• Salary: Dependant on experience  and may consider part time to full time 

We are seeking a Data & Systems Project Manager to oversee the successful systems migration of joining schools onto the Trust’s key operating systems. This role is crucial for ensuring a smooth transition and integration of various management and operational platforms. The ideal candidate will be adept at project management, liaising with multiple stakeholders, and developing comprehensive project plans.

• Project manage the systems migration for joining schools onto platforms such as Bromcom, Iris, CPOMS, Thrive, EduPeople, and additional systems like parent pay and sign-in systems.
• Liaise with colleagues and system providers to understand migration requirements, including timings, data configuration, licences, charges, and installation.
• Engage with Headteachers and school leaders to comprehend their current systems and requirements.
• Create a cohesive project plan to align the migration process effectively and efficiently.
• Develop a coordinated induction and training programme utilising both internal and external resources.
• Lead a project management group focusing on progress monitoring, risk management, and mitigation.
• Link to the overall onboarding programme and ensure seamless integration with existing processes.
• Drive the more effective, insightful, and consistent use of Bromcom across schools, building upon external consultant recommendations.
• Establish a strong relationship with the Bromcom account manager and become an in-house expert in Bromcom system management.
• Assess the requirements and competences of existing schools and consider using joining schools as a pilot for better utilisation.
• Develop a system configuration plan and a training programme for the 2024/2025 academic year for school administrators and users.
• Lead the migration of joining schools onto Google Workspace for Education, including GoogleDrive setup, user accounts, and transfer of key folders.
• Collaborate with GVITS on setup and develop policy for hierarchical access rights.
• Create a training programme using Google resources.

• Proven experience in project management, particularly in systems migration and integration.
• Strong understanding of school management systems such as Bromcom, Iris, CPOMS, Thrive, EduPeople, and Google Workspace for Education.
• Excellent communication and liaison skills to work with various stakeholders including system providers, Headteachers, and school leaders.
• Ability to develop detailed project plans, induction, and training programmes.
• Competence in risk management and progress monitoring.
• Expertise in system configuration and management.
• Experience in developing and delivering training materials.

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional development and becoming an in-house expert.

To apply for the Data & Systems Project Manager position, please submit your CV.