Data And Funding Manager (Maternity Cover)

onlyFE; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP 24/7

Gym discount

Cycle to Work

Bus travel discount

Family-friendly policies

Eye tests

Food outlets

Hair & Beauty services

Bakery range

Job summary

Blackburn College is recruiting a Data and Funding Manager (Maternity Cover) to oversee MIS/data and Registry for all funding streams, ensuring high data quality across the college. You will lead on ILR processes, uphold government funding rules, and collaborate with teams to maintain compliant records; the role offers a generous benefits package and a temporary contract until November 30, 2027.

The ideal candidate has Level 4 qualification, Level 2 literacy/numeracy, and strong FE funding

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 4 qualification in a relevant area.
• Level 2 literacy and numeracy required.
• Significant FE funding experience and ILR knowledge required.
• Experience auditing DfE funding/data essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead data quality across the college and MIS/data functions for all funding streams.
• Promote data practice solutions and ensure government-compliant records management.
• Oversee ILR submissions and ensure funding rules compliance.

Skills

ILR experience

Funding rules

Audit experience

DfE funding

Education

Level 4 qualification in data/funding area

Level 2 literacy and numeracy

Job description

Data and Funding Manager (Maternity Cover)

£49,440 gross per annum

PackageTemporary until 30 November 2027 or the return of the postholder whichever is sooner

The Role

The Data and Funding Manager is responsible for ensuring a high standard of data quality is developed and maintained across college and for managing the MIS/data and Registry functions for all funding streams. You will lead on promotion and support for data practice solutions so that systems and processes meet the needs of the organisation and its learners, enabling government compliant quality record management across the organisation.

What we are looking for

You must have a Level 4 Qualification in the specific area or relevant experience as well as a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy. You will need to have significant experience of Further Education funding and rules, and the Individualised Learner Record (ILR) and have experience of cleaning and submitting ILR returns. Experience of audit, both internal and external for DfE funding / data is also essential along with a full understanding of Apprenticeship funding rules.

You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals

Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.