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Director of MIS and Data Systems

Salary: £63,497 gross pa

Hours: 37 Hours Per Week / 52 Weeks Per Year

Are you looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to become an integral part of a brilliant education business making a real impact on the lives and opportunities of young people? This could be the role for you!

As one of the largest colleges with a University Centre in England on our £65 million state of the art campus you will manage a corporate services function with a diverse portfolio including providing leadership to the Management Information Systems, Business Intelligence, Admissions, Exams and Computer Services teams.

The Role

As the Director of MIS and Data Systems you will be responsible for all aspects of Management Information Systems (MIS), including maintaining the student record database, provision of reporting suites, the Individual Learner Record (ILR), Admissions, Exams, Reception and administration.

You will also have overall responsibility for the provision and development of all aspects of Information Technology (IT) across College, this incorporates, hardware, software, networks and all related systems. Including IT for teaching, learning and assessment. 

What we are looking for

You should be educated to degree level or have relevant industry experience. You will need to have significant experience of Further Education funding and rules, and Individual Learner Record (ILR), as well as having experience of complex management information systems and corporate reporting.  You will also have effective communication, supervisory and interpersonal skills to lead and work as part of a team.

What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?

You’ll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:

Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
Cycle to Work Scheme
Family-friendly policies
Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals.
Closing Date: 9 am Monday 30 September 2024

Assessment Centre Date: To be confirmed

Ref: 3080

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