Job Description
Proposed interview date: Week commencing 19 th MayOptimistic - Equity- Kindness- Innovation- CollaborationDerby College Group (DCG) are seeking someone to join our excellent team as The Head of Funding, MIS and Exams! We're looking for a dynamic leader to oversee the development and coordination of our student data and information. This exciting role is based at our Ilkeston Campus.
Interested in seeing the campus and meeting our fantastic team before applying? Feel free to reach out to us at .The OpportunityIn this pivotal role, you'll provide high-quality, reliable data and information to support the College in funding compliance and informed decision-making. Your key responsibilities will include overseeing the collection, analysis, and reporting of student data, ensuring strict adherence to external regulatory requirements, and expertly managing examination and assessment services.
You'll work closely with academic and administrative staff, leading a team of 8 to ensure the efficient use of MIS systems and that examinations are conducted in line with national standards and regulations.For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please click here.About youYou will bring your team management and leadership experience to our dynamic environment, where your ability to inspire, motivate, and develop staff will show. A deep understanding of the Further Education sector and the regulatory landscape for exams and MIS is essential for this role. Additionally, your comprehensive knowledge of all FE funding streams, including those from the OfS, will be invaluable in ensuring our financial strategies are robust and compliant.For a full explanation of the Person Specification, please click here.The BenefitsSalary of £49,000 per annum per annum49 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.5% employer contributionDiscount at our Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' onsite Little Explorers NurseryTOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted TastecardDiscounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season TicketsMicrosoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storageDiscount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the RoundhouseFlint Bishop Solicitors - free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing servicesContinuous development and progression opportunitiesFree eye tests with SpecsaversEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to Work SchemeDiversity, Inclusion and BelongingWe are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity.
We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at .Safeguarding statementDCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
An online search of the preferred candidate is completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.Job DescriptionTPBN1_UKTJ