Data and Reporting Manager (Further Education Sector)

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic college group in England seeks an experienced Data and Reporting Manager to lead a team and drive strategic data initiatives. The successful candidate will manage reporting systems, ensure compliance, and support decision-making across campuses. Essential skills include strong SQL knowledge and leadership experience within the educational sector.

Benefits

23% Pension

45 Days Holiday

Flexible Working

Leadership Opportunity

Qualifications

• Strong background in data systems and reporting (SQL, MIS, Excel/BI).
• Experience managing teams and complex datasets.
• Ideally from an FE or educational background (EBS/Pro Suite knowledge a plus).

Responsibilities

• Lead a team managing data accuracy, integrity, and reporting across MIS systems.
• Develop, manage and deliver reports using tools like SQL, Power BI, SSRS.
• Ensure compliance with funding rules, audits, and performance returns.
• Support strategic planning and curriculum performance monitoring.

Skills

SQL

Data Management

Reporting Tools

Team Leadership

Communication

Tools

Power BI

SSRS

MIS Systems

Job description

Data and Reporting Manager (Further Education Sector)

Uxbridge

£46,000 - £50,000 + 23% Pension + 45 Days Holiday + Leadership Opportunity + Flexible Working

Are you an experienced data and reporting specialist ready to take on a strategic leadership role within Further Education?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic college group as a Data and Reporting Manager, leading a team of 5 and driving data strategy, reporting quality, and funding compliance across multiple campuses.

In this role, you'll design, develop and manage college-wide reporting systems, ensuring efficient, accurate, and timely information to support planning, funding returns and decision-making. You'll work with senior stakeholders to shape business processes, lead MIS improvements, and ensure funding and audit standards are fully met.

The ideal candidate will have strong SQL/database experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced educational environment. Experience in FE or knowledge of systems like EBS, Pro Suite, or SSRS is highly desirable.

The Role

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  Lead a team managing data accuracy, integrity, and reporting across MIS systems
• 
  Develop, manage and deliver reports using tools like SQL, Power BI, SSRS
• 
  Ensure compliance with funding rules, audits, and performance returns
• 
  Support strategic planning and curriculum performance monitoring

The Person

• 
  Strong background in data systems and reporting (SQL, MIS, Excel/BI)
• 
  Experience managing teams and complex datasets
• 
  Ideally from an FE or educational background (EBS/Pro Suite knowledge a plus)
• 
  Based within a commutable distance of Uxbridge (with travel to Harrow & Richmond)