Learner Data Officer 0.5 in Preston

At Myerscough, our values drive us: we are passionate about education, collaborative in our approach, professional in everything we do, and committed to Fredie (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Engagement).

About the role

Do you have a keen eye for detail, strong data skills, and a passion for supporting high-quality learning experiences? We’re looking for a proactive and organised Learner Data Officer to join our Learner Data Management team, supporting our Apprenticeships & Skills provision. As a Learner Data Officer, you will support the smooth operation of our apprenticeship and skills programmes by ensuring accurate enrolment, data input and record management across systems such as Pro Solution and OneFile. You’ll liaise with academic and administrative teams to resolve data queries, maintain compliance with Department for Education funding rules, and support the monitoring of contract performance. The role also involves supporting the administration of Apprenticeship End-point Assessments, helping ensure all planning, recording and documentation is completed accurately and on time. You’ll contribute to audits, maintain subcontractor files, and help track learner progress, completions and certification claims. With a focus on accuracy, consistency and excellent customer service, you will be an important point of contact for employers, learners and colleagues, helping maintain high standards across our expanding provision.

Please note this role is fixed term until July 2027.

At Myerscough College and University Centre we have a nationally and internationally recognised Further Education, Higher Education, Adult Education and Apprenticeship provision. The Further Education provision is well established, the Higher Education provision has a well-recognised partnership with the University of Lancashire and the apprenticeship provision is operational nationally. We offer a rewarding and enjoyable working environment, where colleagues are inspired to make a positive difference to the educational experience and employability of our students. We are one of the top five largest land-based and sports colleges in the UK.

What We Offer:

• Regular Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to provide wellbeing support in moments of need.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• We are flexible working friendly and happy to discuss interest in flexible working.

Please note that as part of our commitment to safeguarding our students, our background screening checks include limited online searches. Online searches will only be undertaken in respect of the successful candidate, as a pre-conditional term of our job offer. Safeguarding our students is of paramount importance. Our recruitment process has been designed to keep students safe and to ensure that we appoint safe and suitable people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment background and safeguarding checks. The successful applicant will be responsible for complying with all safeguarding policies and practices, and for ensuring student safety and wellbeing is at the forefront of everything they do. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We are an equal opportunity employer; we want all our candidates to have a fair and equal opportunity to secure employment with us. We encourage applications from all underrepresented groups: BAME applicants, disabled applicants, and LGBT+ applicants. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, due to a disability, then please speak with a member of the People team. As a disability confident employer, we commit to guaranteeing an interview for any disabled applicant who meets all of the essential criteria.