Data and Funding Manager (Maternity Cover)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Bus Travel

Family-friendly policies

Eye tests

Hair & Beauty services discount

Bakery and cafeteria offers

Job summary

Blackburn College is seeking a Data and Funding Manager (Maternity Cover) to oversee data quality across the college and manage MIS/data and registry functions for all funding streams.

You will lead on data practice solutions, ensure government compliant records, and drive ILR submissions and funding rules knowledge.

The role offers a salary of £49,440 gross per year plus a range of benefits and temporary terms until the return of the postholder.

Qualifications

• Level 4 qualification or equivalent in data/funding and related areas.
• Level 2 literacy and numeracy required.
• Significant FE funding and ILR experience.
• Experience cleaning and submitting ILR returns.
• Audit experience (DfE funding/data) is essential.
• Understanding of Apprenticeship funding rules.

Responsibilities

• Lead data quality across college and manage MIS/data and Registry for funding streams.
• Promote and support data practice solutions to meet organisational needs.
• Ensure government compliant quality record management across the organisation.
• Support ILR submissions and associated audit readiness.

Education

Level 4 qualification or equivalent in data/funding

Level 2 literacy and numeracy

Job description

Data and Funding Manager (Maternity Cover)

£49,440 gross per annum

Package Temporary 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.