Systems & Reporting Developer

Here at Bournemouth & Poole College, we have a position available for aSystems & Reporting Developer on a full time, permanent basis. In return,you will receive a competitive salary of £27,225 – £33,191 per annum.

At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College’s Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work.  You will be employed through Southern Educational Professional Services Ltd; a subsidiary of the College.

The Systems & Reporting Developer Role:

As our Systems & Reporting Developer, you will support the college’s systems and reporting needs by developing and maintaining software applications, chatbots, databases, and reports. The role involves working closely with MI and the Digital Education teams to deliver high-quality, data-driven solutions. Core responsibilities include supporting .NET application development, designing AI-driven chatbots, writing SQL queries, developing Power BI dashboards, and providing technical assistance to internal users.

Responsibilities as our Systems & Reporting Developer will include:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain in-house applications to improve college operations.
• Build, test, and maintain AI chatbots to serve various departmental needs.
• Develop, test, and maintain SQL queries for data extraction, reporting, and integration tasks.
• Design and manage reports using SSRS and Power BI to meet requirements across departments.
• Collaborate with the team to optimise existing data processes and management systems.
• Assist the team in troubleshooting and maintaining reports, databases, and software applications ensuring data quality, integrity and security.
• Maintain clear and up-to-date technical and end-user documentation for systems, reports, and processes.
• Identify and implement improvements in reports, systems, and processes.
• Provide user training and support to promote adoption and understanding of the solutions delivered.
• Assist the IT team with updates to the student records system.
• Work closely with the line management and the other members of the development team to ensure project and regular cycle deadlines are met.

As our Systems & Reporting Developer, you’llideally have:

• Level 2 (or equivalent) English and Maths
• Level 3 (or above)  IT qualification or relevant experience
• Experience of using SQL language with an ability to write SQL statements with clear and easily readable code
• Experience working with SQL and report writing in an education or corporate environment 
• A good understanding of the SQL language with an ability to write SQL statements with clear and easily readable code
• Knowledge of AI, uses and prompts
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications

Benefits you will receive:

You will receive excellent benefits and a competitive salary:

• 27.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30.5 after 5 years' service
• up to 4 days additional leave during the Christmas closure period
• Access to Discount Schemes at multiple retailers
• Enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Systems & Reporting Developer role,then please click ‘apply’ now!

Closing date: 19 September 2025Planned interview date: 26 September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.