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Join to apply for theHead of MIS & Reportingrole atWiltshire College & University Centre 4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theHead of MIS & Reportingrole atWiltshire College & University Centre Direct message the job poster from Wiltshire College & University Centre Wiltshire College & University Centrehave a great opportunity for aHead of MIS & Reporting(Maternity Cover – 1 Year Fixed Term)join our team. Location:Trowbridge campus, with travel to all sites (This is a primarily onsite role; however, there is scope for discussion around flexible hybrid working arrangements that can meet the needs of the role) Salary:Competitive, depending on experience Job Type:Fixed Term MAT cover for 1 year Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, starting September 2025 Closing Date:18th August 2025 About Us: Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our campuses deliver a diversity of facilities from the country estate and farm of our Lackham campus to new hi-tech digital and state of the art facilities at our Trowbridge, Salisbury and Chippenham sites. We have invested £65 million in our estate over the past 10 years. Our turnover is £45 million per annum and growing, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students. Head of MIS & Reporting– The Role: Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for data-driven decision-making? Do you thrive on leading teams, transforming systems, and influencing college-wide impact? Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a proactive and forward-thinkingHead of MIS & Reportingto cover maternity leave for a 1-year period. This is a pivotal leadership role—central to our college operations and strategic planning. You will lead our MIS, Funding, Reporting, and Examinations functions, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and insightful data that drives college performance, funding compliance, and learner success. Head of MIS & Reporting - Key Responsibilities: Funding Expertise: Act as the college’s expert on FE, HE, Apprenticeship and other funding streams, advising senior leaders on funding opportunities, implications, and risks. Strategic Reporting: Deliver accurate, insightful and timely data to support college-wide decision making and performance evaluation. Curriculum Planning: Lead and coordinate the annual curriculum planning process with robust supporting data and analysis. System Innovation: Continually enhance data systems to improve the learner journey, streamline processes, and maximise user experience. Compliance & Accuracy: Ensure that all external funding returns are accurate and timely, and that internal data supports compliance and audit-readiness. Team Leadership: Inspire and manage high-performing teams delivering admissions, enrolment, and student services. Collaboration with Finance: Ensure seamless financial forecasting and reporting through close cooperation with the Finance team. Bursaries & Learner Support: Oversee the management and distribution of learner support funds and bursaries in collaboration with finance. Head of MIS & Reporting – You: We are seeking a collaborative and decisive leader with: Proven experience managing MIS, funding returns, and reporting in a further or higher education environment. Strong understanding of DFE, JCQ, and data protection requirements. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A track record of leading high-performing teams and managing cross-college initiatives. Confidence in using and implementing information systems to improve decision-making and efficiency. Wiltshire College & University Centre is an inclusive and forward-thinking organisation committed to transforming lives through education. You will be part of a friendly, dedicated team working to ensure learners have the best possible experience backed by intelligent use of data and technology. Head of MIS & Reporting– Benefits: 30 days' annual leave for Professional Services Staff plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period You will be automatically enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme You will have access to our employee assistance programme (EAP) and enjoy other benefits such as discounts with a wide variety of retailers Free car parking onsite Head of MIS & Reporting- Application Process: Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates. We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities. To submit your application for this excitingHead of MIS & Reportingopportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now’. PLEASE NOTE: Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document. Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Seniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Management and Education Industries Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Wiltshire College & University Centre by 2x Get notified about new Management Information System Executive jobs inWiltshire, England, United Kingdom . We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr