MIS Officer

Bradford College; Bradford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

WY Pension Scheme

Career progression

Free gym facilities

On-site dining

Job summary

Bradford College is seeking an MIS Officer for our Adult Skills Department. The role focuses on accurate data processing for student details, enrolments, timetables and course setup, supporting the Head of Department and School to comply with funding and audit requirements.

The post involves cross-college collaboration and a 37-hour week. The successful candidate will have GCSEs in Maths and English, strong IT skills and experience in administration and customer service.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths at level 2 or equivalent, with demonstrated ability to use data in administration.
• GCSE English at level 2 or equivalent, with ability to communicate data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Department with data processing during the Business Planning cycle.
• Create and maintain an accurate course Masterfile for the department.
• Work with cross-college departments to ensure excellent student administration.
• Understand funding and audit rules defined by relevant agencies.
• Apply College Fee Policy to students.
• Process student withdrawals and transfers in line with policies.
• Ensure timetables are recorded accurately in the system and students are on correct registers.
• Ensure student records reflect curriculum delivery (Delivery dates, Learning Aims, Funding Category, Enrolment status, Achievement records).
• Correct ILR and/or audit errors promptly.
• Support Admissions & Enrolment Team with processing of student enrolments.
• Maintain electronic or paper-based information for funding and audit purposes.
• Be the Department's primary contact for all student data queries.

Skills

Data processing

Student records

Enrolments

Timetables

Course setup

Planning data

IT literacy

Customer service

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Adult Skills Department as an MIS Officer.

Our MIS Officers are responsible for the accurate and timely processing of data relating to studentdetails, enrolments, timetables, course set up and planning data.

The role is front-facing and supports the Head of Department and Head of School to ensure that all data is processed within the guidelines set out by various Funding Agencies, audit regulators and the College's various Policies and Procedures.

The role will work collaboratively with various cross-college departments.

This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week.

Responsibilities include:

• To support the Head of Department with the processing of data during the Business Planning cycle.

• Create and maintain an accurate course Masterfile for the department.

• Work closely with cross-college departments to ensure an excellent student administration service.

• To have an in-depth understanding of funding and audit rules as defined by relevant agencies.

• To understand the College Fee Policy and how it applies to students.

• Responsible for the timely and accurate processing of student withdraws and transfers in line with the College Policies and Procedures.

• Responsible for ensuring that timetables are accurately recorded on the system and students are on the correct registers.

• Responsible for ensuring that the student record reflects curriculum delivery. This includes (but is not limited to):

• Delivery dates

• Learning Aims

• Funding Category

• Enrolment status

• Achievement records

• Responsible for correcting ILR and/or audit errors in a timely manner.

• Support the Admissions & Enrolment Team with the processing of student enrolments.

• Responsible for maintaining any electronic or paper-based information stored by the department for funding and audit purposes.

• Be the Department's primary contact for all student data-related queries.

For the full job description and person specification, please click here

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

As part of the hiring process, candidates may be required to complete a psychometric test, which will provide valuable insight into your potential fit within Bradford College.

Education & Training

• GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale

Experience

• Experience of administration in a diverse organisation
• Experience of Customer service in a diverse organisation
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Ability to utilise IT, including Microsoft Office applications, for administrative purposes

For an informal discussion about the role, please email [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on the level of interest and number of applications, so early application is advised.

Please note that if you are successful and accept a role, any other ongoing applications for other roles with us will be withdrawn automatically.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, as a Disability Confident employer, where required, we will make reasonable adjustments to your interview to ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff. We are implementing policies, resources, and awareness initiatives to ensure everyone feels valued and supported through every stage of life.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

• Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
• West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on‑site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• On-site dining facilities, including our award‑winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

For full details, please click here

*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in‑house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.