At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage data quality and funding processes to support learners and ensure compliance.
- Company: Join Blackburn College, a diverse and supportive educational institution.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, gym discounts, and family-friendly policies.
- Other info: Access to employee support programmes and a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education while developing your skills in data management.
- Qualifications: Level 4 qualification or relevant experience in Further Education funding required.
The predicted salary is between 44496 - 54384 £ per year.
The Data and Funding Manager is responsible for ensuring a high standard of data quality is developed and maintained across the college and for managing the MIS/data and Registry functions for all funding streams. You will lead on promotion and support for data practice solutions so that systems and processes meet the needs of the organisation and its learners, enabling government compliant quality record management across the organisation.
What we are looking for:
- You must have a Level 4 Qualification in the specific area or relevant experience as well as a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.
- You will need to have significant experience of Further Education funding and rules, and the Individualised Learner Record (ILR) and have experience of cleaning and submitting ILR returns.
- Experience of audit, both internal and external for DfE funding/data is also essential along with a full understanding of Apprenticeship funding rules.
You will 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
- Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
- 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
Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to creating a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.
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