Senior Administrator - Management Information Services (MIS)

South Devon College; Paignton; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Paignton is seeking a Senior Administrator for Management Information Services (MIS). The role involves supporting the learner journey through efficient data management and strong customer relationships with college staff. Ideal candidates will have proven administrative experience and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a salary ranging from £23,885 to £25,042 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working options.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus purchase option

1 day's holiday for birthday

Training and apprenticeship access

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discount schemes

On-site nursery

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a busy administrative role.
• Experience with databases and systems, confident in data entry.
• Able to work independently and as part of a large team.

Responsibilities

• Support the MIS and funding team across the learner journey.
• Design and implement efficient processes for data management and reporting.
• Ensure audit and ILR compliance of college data.
• Build and maintain customer relationships with college staff.

Skills

Administrative experience

Interpersonal skills

Data management

Education

Level 3 Business Administration qualification

Job description

Senior Administrator – Management Information Services (MIS)

Job Reference: PS2956

Salary: £23,885 to £25,042 per annum, plus excellent benefits.

Contract Type: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Fixed term contract until 31st August 2026.

Location: Paignton, Devon

Role Overview

The Management Information Services team is a busy, customer‑focused environment supporting cross‑college initiatives. The MIS and funding team support the wider college throughout each stage of the learner journey, including systems/process development, curriculum planning and monitoring. This role will provide essential administration to achieve these objectives, designing and implementing efficient processes to ensure audit and ILR compliance, and building supportive relationships with college staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the MIS and funding team across the learner journey.
• Design and implement efficient processes for data management and reporting.
• Ensure audit and ILR compliance of college data.
• Build and maintain customer relationships with college staff.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a busy administrative role.
• Level 3 Business Administration qualification beneficial.
• Experience with databases and systems, confident in data entry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work independently and as part of a large team.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (pro‑rata) plus purchase option.
• 1 day’s holiday for birthday.
• 1 day’s holiday for every 5 years served.
• Christmas closure of up to 2 weeks in addition to annual leave.
• Access to training, apprenticeships and funded higher education opportunities.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – employer contribution 18%.
• Subsidised fitness suite, onsite hair and beauty salon, catering facilities, outdoor gym, free eyesight tests.
• Major supermarket and high street employee discount schemes.
• Life Assurance (if member of pension scheme).
• On‑site nursery (Mama Bears).
• Employee Assistance Programmes.
• Blue Light Card membership.
• Discounted travel schemes.

Application Information

Closing Date: Midnight, Wednesday 3rd December 2025

Interview Date: W/C 8th December 2025

To apply, complete the online form via South Devon College’s recruitment website. Do NOT send CVs – applications are only accepted through the dedicated form.

Hybrid and flexible working options available.

Other Requirements

Applicants must possess an Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a condition of employment.

Equality and Diversity

South Devon College applies its Single Equality Scheme at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion/belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave, or union membership.

Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate candidates with disabilities.

Legal Notice

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; applicants must disclose any qualifying cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings.