Head of Student Records

Aligned with our college values, this individual will champion excellence, collaboration and respect, ensuring that services are delivered with professionalism, accuracy and a strong focus on supporting student success. They will also bring a proactive and innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and digital capability across the organisation., The role exists to lead and manage the College's Student Records and Enrolment Validation processes, ensuring the accuracy, integrity and compliance of learner data across all provision. It is responsible for maintaining high-quality student records that meet funding rules, audit requirements and College policies, while supporting a positive and seamless learner journey. Role Responsibilities The post holder will be accountable for robust enrolment validation, termly Individual Learner Record (ILR) checks, completion of student records and the reconciliation of learner data in line with funding rules, audit requirements and College policies. The role ensures that student data fully supports the learner journey, funding compliance and high-quality and student experience, enabling the statutory returns to funding bodies are accurate, timely and auditable.

We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality systems and services that enhance the student experience. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, resilient and highly organised, with the ability to lead and motivate teams in a complex educational environment. They will demonstrate strong communication skills, integrity and a commitment to continuous improvement, building trusted relationships with colleagues at all levels.,

• Educated to Degree Level or equivalent qualifications/experience
• Level 4 Management qualification (or willingness to work towards within 2 years)
• GCSE Maths and English Grade A-C (or equivalent)
Essential Skills & Experience
• Proven experience of leading and managing teams to deliver high-quality services, performance improvement and organisational priorities.
• Significant experience of managing student records, enrolment of MIS functions within an FE or skills environment.
• Experience of managing and developing multi-disciplinary teams, including performance management.
• Experience of ensuring completion of student records and learner evidence to audit standards.
Desirable Skills & Experience - (Optional)
• Knowledge and understanding of ILR specifications, requirements and returns.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and statutory returns.
• Experience using systems such as ProSolution, ProAchieve, ProMonitor, 4Cast or similar management information systems.
  
  At EPNE our 'purpose' is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do.
Our Purpose is to "unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training". Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve. We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework "The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make" represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth. Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action-orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in. Shaping futures for a better tomorrow, join our changemaking community now.

Join EPNE and you'll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.
• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts)
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme - depending on role
• Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
• We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Free parking on most campuses.
• Free Gym access available at Bede Campus