Data Analyst and Systems Implementation Owner

George Watson's College
Edinburgh
1 month ago
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Data Analyst and Systems Implementation Owner

Job Reference schooltalent/TP/23446/2281


Number of Positions:


1


Contract Type:


Full Time Permanent


35 hrs a week, Monday to Friday


Working Hours:


35 hrs a week


Location:


Closing Date:


23/01/2026


Department:


IT/Development


Region / Division:


Job Role:


Operational/Professional Services


The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and highly organised Data Analyst and Systems Implementation Owner.


Reporting to the Director of IT and Assistant Rector (Academic), the Data Analyst and Systems Implementation Owner operates and maintains the school Academic MIS system (iSAMS), the Financial Database (WCBS PASS Finance) and connections to all 3rd party systems.


The successful candidate should have experience in a similar technical role in an education or business environment as a data administrator.


Salary for the role will be £35,000 - £ mempert. depends on experience. Hours of work will be Monday to Friday. This is an all year‑round position.


Applications


We can only consider applications from candidates who already have the right to live and work in the UK.


Applications, including the Academy’s Support Staff Application Form, must be completed before 5.00pm on Friday 23 January 2026. CVs and covering letters are optional.


All appointments at Dollar Academy are subject to receipt of a satisfactory PVG Scheme Record or Scheme Record Update from Disclosure Scotland. The successful candidates will be asked to make a formal application, the cost of which will be borne by the Academy.


About Dollar Academy


Dollar Academy has been a co-educational day and boarding school since its foundation in 1818. Today, it provides an exceptional all‑round education to around 1,300 pupils aged 5‑18. Our focus is on encouraging the individual talents and ambitions of every young person, in a positive and supportive environment that fosters the development of transferable skills, self‑confidence and strong personal values. A belief in developing the whole person is central to the Dollar ethos.


We have been named as the Sunday Times Scottish Independent School of the Year 2024, and as Top Private School in Europe 2025 by Education Insider.


The Academy is very muchcco at the heart of the town – it is a major local employer and values highly its relationship with the wider community. The school itself is a friendly, supportive, hardworking and committed community of staff and pupils who enjoy cordial, professional and productive working relationships.


The school’s location is undoubtedly one of the most scenic in the country, set against the Ochil Hills and the historic Castle Campbell, but within easy reach of the major towns of the Central Belt and just 40 minutes from Edinburgh Airport. The Dollar community is welcoming and vibrant. The whole school sits within a single, stunning 70‑acre campus.


Our Values


Work Hard Hard work leads to success, creativity and innovation. Our pupils and staff demonstrate a strong work ethic, with ambition and excellence being encouraged. We want everyone to strive to be the best they can.


Get Involved There is a very wide range of subjects and activities on offer at Dollar and teachers work hard to make lessons interesting. Involvement and participation in all aspects of school and community life build confidence and resilience, whilst also allowing our youngsters to try new things and develop their passion.


Be Kind ‘Kindness’ is no trite playground buzzword; it demands an even higher level of behavioural engagement than tolerance or respect. We believe in a positive and generous approach, in collaboration and cooperation, and in leadership that is about compassion and service.


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