Deputy Head of Management Information Systems

Bath College; Matlock Bath CP; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Bath College seeks a Deputy Head of MIS to lead on business intelligence and data quality. This key role will involve managing data reporting, analysis, and ensuring data integrity across systems. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of MIS and provides leadership responsibilities, making it a pivotal position within the college.

Benefits

Generous 30 days paid holiday

Continuing Professional Development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Subsidised cafes at campuses

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in business intelligence development and dashboard creation.
• Knowledge of data management principles and quality assurance processes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present data insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead on business intelligence and data quality within the college’s MIS function.
• Act as deputy in the Head of MIS's absence, overseeing MIS operational delivery.
• Design and develop BI systems to provide actionable insights.

Skills

Data Analysis

Business Intelligence

Data Management

Communication

Education

Degree level qualification in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, IT

Masters level qualification in relevant area

Professional qualification in data analysis or systems management

Management qualification

Tools

Data Visualisation Tools

MIS Software

Job description

Application Deadline: 26 July 2025

Department: MIS - MIS

Location: Dual Campus

Compensation: £44,413 - £48,552 / year

Description

Permanent contract, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

The Deputy Head of MIS will lead on both business intelligence and data quality within the college’s MIS function, ensuring data is accurate, accessible, and strategically leveraged to inform decision-making, maintain compliance, and support continuous improvement.
This role provides expert technical leadership across data reporting, analysis, system development, and validation processes.

The post-holder will act as deputy in the absence of the Head of MIS, representing the department internally and externally, and overseeing the operational delivery of the wider MIS team.

Bath College is an inclusive education and training community, providing learning for people with a wide range of abilities from a far-reaching area, from entry level to Level 5 programmes. We are committed to meeting the needs of all our students. This is a very exciting time to join the College.

If you feel you can make a positive contribution, please complete the application form, making sure you detailing how your qualifications, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.


The job posting can close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.



Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership and Deputy Duties

• Act as deputy for the Head of MIS during periods of absence, maintaining oversight of all MIS functions and ensuring continuity of service.
• Where necessary, represent the MIS team at senior management meetings and external events, articulating data insights and updates effectively.
• Contribute to the strategic development of MIS systems, policies, and processes.

2. Business Intelligence Development and Analysis

• Lead the design, development, and ongoing improvement of BI systems and dashboards to provide timely, accurate, and actionable insights.
• Manage the implementation and optimisation of BI tools and platforms, ensuring they meet user needs across departments.
• Analyse complex data sets to identify trends, inform resource planning, and support institutional effectiveness.
• Produce and present regular and ad hoc reports to senior leaders, covering areas such as learner progress, funding, and operational performance.

3. Systems Management and Support

• Lead on MIS software management, schedule updates and patches, monitor and escalate user errors and issues.
• Provide training and support to users of MIS software.
• Collaborate with IT and other stakeholders to ensure data integrity, consistency, and security across integrated systems.
• Lead on integrations with third party tools and systems.
  
  

Please see attached for the full Job Description

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree level qualification or equivalent professional qualification in relevant field (e.g. Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, IT)
• Masters level qualification in a relevant specialist area
• Professional qualification in data analysis, business intelligence or systems management
• Management qualification
• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of Management Information Systems and data management principles
• Proven experience in business intelligence development, dashboard creation, and data visualisation tools
• Experience of working with quality assurance, validation processes, and compliance frameworks
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to present complex insights to diverse audiences
• Experience of working with MIS software systems, database management, and system integrations

Please see attached for the full Person Specification

Staff Benefits

• Generous paid holiday entitlement of 30 days, exclusive of College closure days and public holidays. Pro rata for part time roles.
• One Selfie Day per year
• Contributory salary pension scheme (Local Government)
• Continuing Professional Development for all staff
• Laptop Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme
• £500 Refer a friend and earn a reward
• Subsidised cafes - at both campuses
• Employee Assistance Programme – Staff have access to this programme. It is a free and strictly confidential short-term counselling and support service (up to six meetings after an initial assessment session with a qualified counselor)
• The College offers an eye sight test for anyone who meets the criteria as described within the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations.
• Progressive family friendly policies (exceeding statutory requirements) that supports a health work/life balance, all staff are entitled to request flexible working.
• Discounted treatments at the Academy, Bath Campus
• Free parking at the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock