Data Returns Specialist

Job summary We’re looking for a Data Returns Specialist to join our Data Management team.

You’ll help keep our statutory data accurate, timely, and compliant.

Working with teams across the college, you’ll support audits, understand guidance, and help us secure vital funding through high‑quality data.

About this Role section You’ll produce accurate statutory and funding data returns, working with teams across the College to investigate and correct any issues.

You’ll stay up to date with funding rules and guidance, review key documents, and help ensure our systems hold complete and compliant data.

You’ll lead monthly data checks, manage validation reports, and support internal and external audits.

You’ll also provide data insights for curriculum planning, help train colleagues on systems and processes, and contribute to clear guidance that supports strong data quality.

About You
-Experience working with ILR data, funding rules and returns in FE/HE.

-Confident using MIS or student records systems.

-Skilled in validating, analysing and correcting large datasets.

-Experience planning and managing effective processes.

-Able to create reports and use basic programming for data tasks.

To find out more information about our benefits and the role, please refer to the supporting documents below. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..s
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- 8.pdf Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Key search words:
Data accuracy, Compliance, Reporting

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