Vacancies

Data and Cover Officer – Temp to Perm

Location: Hackney, London

Pay: £120–£160 per day

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

A specialist secondary school in Hackney is seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Data and Cover Officer to join its busy admin team. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, ideal for someone with strong administrative and data management skills, particularly within an educational setting.

Key Responsibilities

Cover Coordination:

• Arrange daily supply cover for absent teaching and support staff via approved agencies.
• Liaise with Deputy Headteachers regarding all staff absences and cover arrangements.
• Monitor the staff absence mobile and email, ensuring daily updates to SLT by 8am.
• Welcome and check documentation for cover staff and ensure safeguarding information is provided.
• Organise and print cover work and maintain accurate cover records via spreadsheets and diaries.

Data & Admin Support:

• Support the exams and assessment cycle, including entries, certifications, room setup, and acting as a roving invigilator.
• Attend and minute exams/assessment meetings and distribute action points.
• Support data input for reports, SIMS course descriptions, and statutory registers.
• Maintain and circulate the student pastoral care list.
• Track staff absence data and prepare regular attendance reports.
• Assist with the statutory consultation process for EHCP students and manage all related documentation.

General Duties:

• Assist with school timetable formatting and visual timetables.
• Support website compliance checks (based on DfE guidance).
• Provide general admin support, including event help and reception cover.
• Manage archiving and confidential waste processes according to retention guidelines.
• Undertake additional tasks as required by the Business Manager.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• 5+ GCSEs (Grade A–C), including English and Maths.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail and excellent written/verbal communication.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Professional, discreet, and committed to safeguarding and equal opportunities.

Desirable:

• Experience in a school or education setting.
• Knowledge of SIMS or other school management systems.
• Familiarity with education data and statutory processes.

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive daily rate: £120–£160, depending on experience.
• Temp-to-perm route for long-term career progression.
• Supportive team environment within a well-regarded specialist school.
• Convenient Hackney location with great public transport links.

Apply today to take the next step in your school administration career.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Contact information

Harvey Buisson