MIS Manager

Role: MIS Manager

Hours: 36.25 per week

Salary: £43,161.00 - £47,622.00 FTE

Pension contribution: 20.8% (£8,977.49 - £9,905.00 FTE)

Location: Stockport Campus with the requirement to travel to other campuses

The Trafford and Stockport College Group (TSCG) is seeking an experienced MIS Manager to join our MIS team, contributing to our vision of unlocking potential and fostering success.

About The Role:

The MIS Manager role is a pivotal position within the MIS team, reporting directly to the Head of MIS. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop and refine your leadership skills. You will be responsible for both direct and indirect line management of the team and will occasionally act as deputy to the Head of MIS to support the overall leadership of the department. As a skilled people manager, you will empower the team to achieve excellence in compliance and service.

You will lead the development and support of the Group’s information management systems, databases, interfaces, and processes, driving improvements to meet the Group’s quality, efficiency, and compliance objectives, allowing the Group to maximise performance and monitor the utilisation of resources.

With a forward-thinking approach, you will continuously seek ways to enhance our processes, identifying opportunities to improve the student experience throughout their journey at the college. Your ability to understand the needs of internal clients, external partners, and adapt to a changing regulatory environment will be crucial in directing resources and focusing the team's efforts effectively.

About you

You are a dynamic and experienced leader with a passion for data and customer-centric services. You thrive in collaborative environments and are committed to driving improvements in information management systems. Your expertise in managing MIS teams and developing effective business systems is complemented by your ability to lead strategic initiatives and ensure compliance with quality and efficiency objectives. You are resilient, ambitious, and inclusive, embodying the values of Trafford and Stockport College. Your strong communication skills and proactive approach enable you to build effective partnerships and drive priorities for system improvements. You are dedicated to personal and professional development, and you champion good practice in data protection and safeguarding.

Key Deliverables:

• Leadership and Management: Manage the Group MIS team for MIS Systems and Business Intelligence, ensuring Group strategic and improvement objectives are implemented and embedded.
  
  
• System Development and Support: Design, develop, and implement effective business systems, including the Group student records system, e-Portfolio solutions, and CRM, as well as effective integrations with other systems. Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and use of the functionality of existing systems that connect to the student records databases
  
  
• Partnerships and Collaboration: Develop effective partnerships with MIS software suppliers, attend MIS software user-groups, keep abreast of new developments, and drive priorities for improvement and development of key systems.
  
  
• Data Management: Lead the development and maintenance of the Group’s data warehouse, developing an action plan and functional projects to ensure that all key indicators are integrated.
  
  
• Compliance and Documentation: Contribute to the effective management of Data Protection compliance within the Department and across the Group, championing good practice and closely monitoring compliance with Group policies and procedures.
  
  About TSCG – Making a difference, together
  
  At Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG), you belong to a team that’s committed to shaping brilliant futures – for students and colleagues alike. We believe in unlocking the potential that exists in everyone and when you work with us, your individual skills and experiences are valued. You’ll be part of a supportive and friendly community, where everyone brings their own unique perspective and strengths, and where the work you do is appreciated and celebrated.
  
  We’re deeply rooted in our local communities, with strong connections to businesses, industry, and universities. Together, we’re all working toward a shared mission: to elevate skills, create opportunities, shape futures, and transform lives.
  
  TSCG is not just a place to work – it’s a place to belong, to thrive, and to make a difference.
  
  Exceptional Benefits Package
  
  At TSCG, we believe in rewarding our team for their dedication and hard work. Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and overall job satisfaction while ensuring you are valued every step of the way. Join our team and enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes:
  
  
• 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  
  
• Generous company pension contribution 20.8%
  
  
• Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidies staff canteen
  
  
• Employee Assistance Programme that extends the supports to your family members
  
  
• Tailored Professional Development plan
  
  
• Free onsite Parking
  
  All employees, including senior managers, will normally be appointed to the minimum point of the pay grade for the job. In certain cases, it may be appropriate to appoint to a higher point in the pay grade at the discretion of the Director of HR & Performance due to the candidate’s current salary, experience or qualifications.
  
  Staff at Trafford & Stockport College Group go above and beyond to ensure that our students get the best possible teaching and support to enable them to reach their ambitions. We expect the very highest standards for all students, and this is evidenced year after year by our achievement and progression outcomes. If you are passionate about championing inclusion, fostering positive employee experiences, and making a difference, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
  
  TSCG is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to being a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job, as set out in the job description and person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.
  
  The Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment at the Trafford & Stockport College Group is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check. The Group will meet the costs associated with this.
  
  Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on successful candidates.
  
  The role is open to direct applicants only.
  
  Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unfortunately not able to respond to each applicant. If you have not been called for interview within 3 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
  
  ** This role may close early please submit your application early to avoid disappointment