Data Engineer - AI Analytics and EdTech Developments

Berkhamsted Schools Group
Berkhamsted
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Job reference
REQ000296

Date posted
10/02/2026

Application closing date
08/03/2026

Location
Berkhamsted

Salary
Competitive

Package
Benefits detailed in Applicant Information Pack

Contractual hours
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Job category/type
Non-Teaching

Data Engineer - AI Analytics and EdTech Developments

Job description
Berkhamsted Schools Group is seeking a skilled Data Engineer (AI & Predictive Analytics) to help advance our digital, data, and AI capabilities. This role plays a key part in enhancing the school’s data architecture, developing analytics solutions, and supporting the delivery of impactful insights for students, staff, and operational functions.

Our IT department is a modern, collaborative, and improvement focused team committed to delivering high quality, forward thinking digital services. Working with us means contributing to meaningful, practical innovations, and a chance to shape emerging EdTech capabilities across a leading independent schools group. We offer a supportive and motivated IT team and a culture that values new ideas, professional development, and continuous improvement.


Location: Berkhamsted Schools Group (Hybrid considered)
Contract: Full-time, 12 month fixed term (renewable)

Early applications are encouraged, and interviews may take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to extend or close the deadline.

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