HE Data Quality Administrator

Hartpury University and Hartpury College; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Gloucester seeks a Data Specialist to provide administrative support and ensure data accuracy for student records. The role requires experience in data processing within the education sector and strong communication skills. You will access mentorship and training opportunities aimed at your professional development. Benefits include hybrid working arrangements, generous leave, and wellbeing support, making this a great opportunity for new or continuing specialists in data quality and compliance.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with service

Onsite fitness facilities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience of data processing and maintenance within the education sector.
• Proven ability to understand data structures.
• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to external returns, student records, and curriculum data teams.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity for student journey and reporting requirements.
• Develop effective working relationships at all levels.

Skills

Data processing experience

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Customer service attitude

Tools

IT software and applications

Job description

Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing HE Data Services team and to take a career step towards being a data specialist for a unique University:

• Providing administrative support to colleagues in the external returns, student records and curriculum data teams
• Playing a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data that underpins the student journey and statutory reporting requirements, this is an opportunity to start or continue a career in the highly specialised area of HE Professional Administration
• At Hartpury, we are committed to supporting your professional growth. You will have access to training opportunities and mentorship, designed to help you progress in your career and enhance your expertise in data quality and compliance

About You

• You will have experience of data processing and maintenance within the education sector
• You will have experience of entering and maintaining data
• You will have a proven ability to understand data structures
• You will have proven experience in producing clear and professional communications, using a range of IT software and applications
• You will have strong attention to detail and well-developed quality assurance skills, with the ability to ensure accuracy and consistency in all aspects of work
• You will have the ability to prioritise tasks, work efficiently, and manage multiple workstreams
• You will have the ability to develop effective working relationships at all levels
• You will have a positive customer service attitude and a commitment to giving a high-quality service to staff and students
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including clear email communication

Hartpury University & College

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side‑by‑side on a beautiful 360‑hectare campus. We provide world‑class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college‑level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A‑levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave