Data Manager (maternity cover)

Burton and South Derbyshire College; Burton upon Trent; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Burton and South Derbyshire College is seeking a proactive Data Manager to cover maternity leave. The role is full-time (37 hours per week) and based at the Town Centre Campus in Burton on Trent.

You will manage MIS/data systems, ensure data quality for funding, compliance and decision-making, and lead a small team. Strong stakeholder communication and collaborative approach across curriculum, IT and operations are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing MIS/data systems, ideally in FE/HE or similar.
• Strong attention to detail with data accuracy and compliance.
• Ability to lead and develop a team while prioritising work.
• Excellent communication and ability to translate data into insight.
• Collaborative approach across curriculum, IT and operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage MIS/data systems and ensure data quality for funding and reporting.
• Lead and develop the data team while balancing priorities.
• Partner with curriculum, IT and operations to improve processes.
• Translate complex data into clear insights for stakeholders.

Skills

MIS platforms

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Tools

ProSolution

EBS

Unit-e

Job description

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Data Manager - Maternity Cover (fixed term up to 1 year)
Full time, 37 hours per week
Salary: £31,549per annum
Burton on Trent, Town Centre Campus

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a proactive Data Manager who is passionate about using data to drive performance, improve processes, and support outstanding learner outcomes.

You will be a confident leader with a background in managing MIS or data systems, ideally within FE, HE, or a similar environment. With a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy, you understand the importance of high-quality data and the impact it has on funding, compliance, and strategic decision-making.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Strong technical expertise in data systems and MIS platforms (such as ProSolution, EBS, Unit-e or similar), alongside a solid understanding of ILR, funding rules, and audit requirements
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop a team while managing competing priorities effectively
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability, enabling you to identify improvements, streamline processes, and drive innovation across systems
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate complex data into an easy-to-understand format
• A collaborative approach, building strong relationships across curriculum, IT, and operational teams to ensure data stored within the MIS system is accurate, timely, and supports organisational goals
• A continuous improvement mindset, always seeking opportunities to enhance systems, processes, and the overall quality of the MIS service

This is a very hands-on role in a department where priorities shift, and where your ability to stay organised, solutions-focused, and adaptable will be key.

We also recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement. If you have the potential to excel in this role and believe you can make a strong contribution, we encourage you to apply-even if you don’t yet have the full skill set.

Why come and work for us?

Burton and South Derbyshire College is an Ofsted outstanding College. We value our employees and have a number of additional benefits to offer the successful applicant:

• Generous pension schemes for academic and support staff
• Generous holiday plans
• Salary sacrifice holiday purchase scheme
• Free Employee Assistance ProgrammeFlexible working policies
• Competitive maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Excellent staff training programme, including two staff development days per year
• On-site nursery with Good Ofsted rating
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free annual eye tests
• Access to our onsite gym
• Staff discounts at our fine dining restaurant, The Mulberry, our Mulberry Bistro and Innovations Hair and Beauty salon
• Reward and recognition through our Employee of the Month scheme
• Discounted health cash plan

Burton and South Derbyshire College are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive cultureand you should share those values. We would welcome applications from all candidates, including under-represented groups in respect of age, disability, sex, gender or gender identity, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender status which would reflect our diverse community.

The College is registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service and the successful applicants for this post will be required to apply for the Disclosure at the enhanced level. In addition, internet searches will be undertaken in accordance with the KCSIE guidance. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to a sustainability agenda and are working hard towards achieving a net zero environmental impact. We aim to embed this in our culture with our staff, learners, visitors and suppliers all expected to show dedication towards reducing our carbon footprint.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Monday 17 August.