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Description
This is an excellent opportunity to join The Sandwell Colleges at a truly exciting time of growth, innovation, and transformation. As MIS and Data Transformation Lead, you’ll play a pivotal leadership role at the heart of a forward-thinking MIS and Exams team, deputising for the Director of Information Services and shaping the future of data strategy across our dynamic and ambitious college.
Department:Central Funding Data
Location:Sandwell College
Compensation:£55,000 / year
Description
This is an excellent opportunity to join The Sandwell Colleges at a truly exciting time of growth, innovation, and transformation. As MIS and Data Transformation Lead, you’ll play a pivotal leadership role at the heart of a forward-thinking MIS and Exams team, deputising for the Director of Information Services and shaping the future of data strategy across our dynamic and ambitious college.
You’ll lead on cutting-edge digital data transformation projects, drive automation and reporting excellence, and ensure gold-standard compliance with funding and audit requirements. With our commitment to developing future leaders, this role is ideal for someone ready to step into a senior leadership pipeline, offering meaningful exposure to strategic decision-making, college-wide innovation, and the chance to help define what outstanding data practice looks like in FE.
Why Join Us?
This is more than a technical role, it’s a chance to shape how the largest FE college in the West Midlands, led by our new CEO and Principal Lisa Capper MBE, and her new team, uses data to transform practice, empower staff, and enhance the learner experience. You’ll gain visibility across the organisation and play a core part in the college’s strategic future.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards for senior leaders, governors, curriculum and support teams
- Write and optimise complex SQL queries and automate data pipelines across key MIS systems (EBS, ProMonitor, ProAchieve)
- Support audit readiness, funding submissions, SARs and inspections through high-quality, validated reporting
- Deputise for the Director of Information Services—leading on strategic meetings and project delivery as required
- Mentor reporting analysts and lead best practices in data governance, digital innovation and performance reporting
- Collaborate cross-college with Curriculum, Quality, Exams, Admissions and IT to drive data-informed improvements
To Apply:
If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please send your CV and your expression of interest briefly explaining how your experience aligns with the role. Applications close Friday 5th September. Early applications are encouraged as we may close the advert once a suitable field is identified.
No agencies, please.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience in the FE sector managing complex datasets and MIS platforms
- Advanced skills in Power BI, DAX, Power Query and modelling best practices
- Expert proficiency in SQL Server (including stored procedures, indexing, and automation)
- Proven experience supporting audits, ILR returns, ESFA, GDPR and Ofsted requirements
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights
- A leadership mindset, with a willingness to take on strategic responsibility and line management
Benefits
Top-Tier Salaries– We offersector-leading paywith some of the most competitive salaries around
Unbeatable Time Off– Enjoy35-50 days of annual leave, plus8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas– because work-life balance is essential
Fast-Track Your Career– Take advantage ofdedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemesdesigned to help you grow and succeed
Cycle to Work Scheme– A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute
️Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services– Save onBliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more
Fitness Perks– Enjoy ourcollege gym facilitiesor discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best
Generous Pension Contributions– We invest in your future with23.68% employer contribution for teaching rolesand21.5% for non-teaching roles
Retail & Travel Discounts– Unlockexclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount
Free Will Writing– We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning
Free Flu Vaccine– Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you
Wellbeing Support– Accessconfidential counselling services and wellness platformsto support your mental and emotional health
We Celebrate You!– We recognise and appreciate your hard work withawards, recognition events, and celebration daysthroughout the year.
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