Systems & Business Intelligence Developer (Graduate Programme)

Coombe House School; Workington; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 29 days + 8 bank holidays

LGPS pension

Onsite parking

CPD opportunities

Onsite restaurant

Cycle scheme

Job summary

Lakes College in Workington, Cumbria, is seeking a Graduate Systems & Business Intelligence Developer to join the MIS and Exams team. You’ll gain hands-on experience on real projects from day one, turning data into insights that support students and staff while shaping strategic decisions across the college.

You’ll develop skills in SQL Server, SSRS and Power BI, database development, and data integration, with a view to building a long-term career in data, analytics and systems development

Qualifications

• GCSEs including Maths & English or equivalent.
• Computing related degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Developing interactive dashboards and BI reports.
• Creating reporting solutions using SQL, SSRS and Power BI.
• Supporting and enhancing critical college systems and data infrastructure.
• Working with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver insights.
• Improving data quality, automation and reporting processes.
• Exploring new technologies and driving digital innovation.

Skills

SQL

Power BI

SSRS

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Computing degree or equivalent

Tools

SSMS

Job description

Lakes College is a technical vocational Further Education College delivering education and training to full-time and part-time learners and apprentices to degree level.We have a vibrant campus in West Cumbria with state of the art vocational workshops and resources, including the National College for Nuclear Northern Hub.

Our mission and purpose are to:

‘ Enable people to recognise and develop their potential’.

We are a people business and our mission applies as equally to our staff team as to our learners and employers’. We are a Good college and have ambition to be Outstanding by together developing our culture, standards and expectations. We encourage innovation, collaboration and reflection to lead to new ideas and methods. We gather, evaluate and use data to drive operational improvement.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for technology, data and problem-solving? Ready to launch your career in an organisation where your work will make a real difference?

At Lakes College, we’re looking for an ambitious Graduate Systems & Business Intelligence Developer to join our MIS and Exams Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop specialist skills in SQL, Power BI, Business Intelligence, data systems and reporting, while working alongside experienced professionals in a forward-thinking Further Education college.

As part of our Graduate Programme, you’ll gain hands‑on experience working on real projects from day one, helping to transform data into meaningful insights that support students, staff and strategic decision‑making across the College.

You’ll be supported to develop expertise in:

• SQL Server, SSRS and Power BI
• Database development and management
• Business intelligence and reporting solutions
• Data integration and systems development
• Dashboard creation and data visualisation
• Educational technology and student information systems

This is more than a graduate role. It’s an opportunity to build a long‑term career in data, analytics and systems development while contributing to an organisation whose mission is to “Enable people to recognise and develop their potential.”

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing interactive dashboards and business intelligence reports
• Creating innovative reporting solutions using SQL, SSRS and Power BI
• Supporting and enhancing critical College systems and data infrastructure
• Working with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver valuable insights
• Improving data quality, automation and reporting processes
• Exploring new technologies and helping drive digital innovation

We’re keen to hear from graduates with a degree in:

• Computing
• Computer Science
• Data Analytics
• Software Development
• Information Systems
• A related discipline

To thrive in this role you will have strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and an interest in data, technology and business intelligence. Knowledge of SQL and relational databases is essential for this role, as well as excellent communication skills and a desire to learn, innovate and develop professionally.

Experience with Power BI, reporting tools or database development would be advantageous, but your enthusiasm, curiosity and potential are just as important.

Kick-start your career in data and business intelligence with a role that offers challenge, development and genuine opportunities to grow!

Salary in year 1: £29,429

Salary in year 2: £31,039

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU!

• Generous annual leave – 29 days plus 8 days bank holiday plus 2 discretionary days (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ service)
• Automatic entry into the Local Government pension Scheme.
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.
• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching.
• Free onsite parking.
• Subsidised onsite restaurant.
• A cycle scheme tech scheme and discounted gym membership.
• Fantastic facilities to resource our ability to teach our students.

Qualifications

5 GCSE’s (including Maths & English or equivalent) essential

Computing Related Degree or Equivalent Experience essential

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products essential

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Demonstratable knowledge of Reporting Services and SQL Server (2012 edition and later) essential

Experience

Recent and relevant industry experience in sector essential

Experience/Knowledge

Experience of data and/or reporting systems. Working with statistics. Experience of report writing essential

Understanding of the external reporting requirements of Colleges (ILR, HEIFES etc.)

Has experience of using data systems and producing reports in an educational context

Personal Attributes

Dedicated essential

Demonstrates ability to work under pressure, prioritise and commit to strict deadlines whilst maintaining the quality of output essential

Personal Qualities

Work collaboratively and for the good of all essential

Act as a team player essential

Appropriate experience of SQL, stored procedure creation and maintenance, using SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and Reporting Services (SSRS) essential

Knowledge/ Proven experience working with complex relational databases essential

MIS & Exams

Hannah Blaylock

[e-mail]

Hallwood Road
Workington
Cumbria
Cumbria
CA14 4JN

Lakes College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

Lakes College is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.