To develop core corporate systems in relation to course and learner data, student performance and monitoring, and dashboards.

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1 JOB SCRPTON Post: Responsible to: Job Purpose: Head of MS, Funding and xams Assistant Principal Finance, Funding and Planning To develop and lead a dynamic MS and xams department to provide the College community with managed access to comprehensive, reliable, relevant and up-to-date information and report facilities. Main uties and Responsibilities: To ensure that data and information required by all stakeholders, funding bodies and agencies, and xamination Boards is accurately prepared, submitted and available on a timely basis. To develop core corporate systems in relation to course and learner data, student performance and monitoring, and dashboards. Lead and manage the MS and xaminations team ensuring that staff are managed, trained and motivated to meet the objectives and priorities of the service and the College. Maintain the central College student databases ensuring that both course and student data is held securely, with integrity and meets all regulatory and statutory requirements. nsure that processes for the capture and maintenance of student data are effective and efficient and that reporting is in place to maximise our curriculum provision and optimise funding into the College. Manage and deliver timely and reliable information in accordance with agreed plans and schedules including reports from across corporate systems such as BS, Promonitor, Proachieve, Proresource, ynistics providing analysis of data and training to users as required. nsure that data and information required by all stakeholders and external funding bodies/agencies is prepared, submitted and available on a timely basis including uploads to the necessary gateways. Oversee the College s arrangements for registering students with appropriate xamination Boards and maintaining and developing relationships with individual xamination Boards. Actively contribute to the development and successful delivery of an annual operating plan and budget which supports the College s mission, objectives and core values, providing funding advice to Curriculum colleagues as appropriate. Work proactively with colleagues across the College taking the initiative to resolve issues as they arise and contribute to appropriate College meetings. Attend and represent the College at sector specific groups to maintain sector knowledge and professional awareness of developments surrounding student information management.

2 nsure necessary system maintenance and upgrades are planned, communicated and implemented with minimal impact on business operations identifying any relevant training requirements which staff may need to be trained on or notified of the changes. evelop and implement an internal audit process which regularly monitors the accuracy of the student and course data, reporting regularly to management. Corporate Responsibilities Participate actively and flexibly in a range of College-wide activities such as duty rotas, enrolment and marketing events and staff and student activities. Adhere to the College Health and Safety Policy and safety rules, taking responsibility for your own actions and those of the staff within the area. Be responsible for the safeguarding and welfare of staff, children and young persons within and around the remit of MS/xams. Participate in the College s appraisal process. Support and promote the College s quality and iversity Policy in all areas of work. Commit to and uphold the Colleges nvironmental Policies and aspirations for sustainable learning provision. Carry out such duties within the general scope of the post, which may be assigned from time to time. Criteria for Measuring Performance The quality, timeliness and accuracy with which information and advice is provided to College senior managers, external agencies and colleagues. The effectiveness of cost and quality control in relation to the utilisation of resources and the delivery of services. The performance, motivation and development of personnel for whom the postholder is directly responsible. The achievement of departmental targets (e.g. for income or cost). The achievement of management performance criteria, which will be reviewed termly. Further Notes: 1. The job purpose and key task statements above are indicative and not exclusive. Given the evolving status of the College, the need for flexibility amongst its employees is considered important. 2. The post holder will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. 3. The College operates a NO SMOKNG policy. 4. The post is subject to a 10 month probationary period. 5. isclosure: New College Stamford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced isclosure and Barring Services (BS) check will be requested in the event of a successful application. New College Stamford is a Specified Place. 2

3 Terms and Conditions: Salary: Hours: Contract: Holiday: Competitive salary 37 hours, all year Permanent Holiday entitlement of 35 days. n addition, you are entitled to 8 bank/statutory holidays and 3 concessionary days to be taken on specified days over the Christmas/New Year period to coincide with the closure of the College. Notes for isabled Candidates: Mobility to access all areas of the College is essential; ramps and lift access are available to most buildings within the College. Manual dexterity for use of a keyboard is desirable. Reasonable adaptations will be considered. Your Application: Applicants should complete the College s application form. t is important that applicants specifically address in their application or covering letter how they meet the Person Specification, particularly the criteria marked with an A for method of assessment. Closing date: 19 January 2014 nterview date: 29 January

4 PRSON SPCFCATON POST: Head of MS, Funding and xams SLCTON CRTRA Qualifications (ducation/qualifications): NVQ Level 4 in a relevant subject or equivalent (or willing to work towards) Leadership and management or a relevant professional qualification T qualification eg CL Skills: Understanding of database concepts and management Working knowledge of the ata Protection Act and Freedom of nformation Act Strong T skills/flair in the use of technology and appreciation of its application to transform business processes xcellent interpersonal skills High standard of written and oral skills Ability to relate easily to internal and external customers Knowledge of funding audit practice Highly proficient in the use of Access, xcel and report writing SQL skills Ability to interpret and analyse data and apply complex regulations and guidance xcellent organisational ability Ability to work under pressure xperience: Comprehensive, recent experience of manipulating and analysing student data Comprehensive, recent experience of student MS and exams administration Comprehensive knowledge of student record systems (preferably BS) Plan led funding implications Application of FA/SFA funding formula and methodology LR generation, LS and SAT software xaminations cycles, processes and submissions Advising staff on funding implications Managing/supervising staff ealing with internal and external auditors Personal Qualities: A commitment to New College Stamford s Core Values Ability to lead, develop and motivate staff A flexible approach A desire to work with young people Other: Awareness of Government initiatives in respect of teaching, learning and innovation Awareness of quality and iversity issues Awareness of Health, Safety and Safeguarding issues Awareness of and commitment to environmental issues Willingness to undertake training and personal development The ability to market/promote the College and its courses * Method of Assessment: SSNTAL () SRABL () MTHO OF ASSSSMNT* A/ A/ A/ A//T A/ A//T A/ A/ A/ A/ A/ A/ A/ A/ A=Application, C= Certificate, =nterview, T=Test (Case Study/micro-teach or Presentation) ssential Attributes are those without which a candidate would not be able to do the job. Applicants who have not shown at application that they have the essential attributes will normally not be shortlisted for interview. esirable Attributes are those which are not essential but would be useful for the post-holder to have and will be considered when more than one applicant meets the essential requirements. 4

5 Safeguarding n addition to the applicant s ability to perform the duties of the post, if shortlisted, the interview will also explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children including: Motivation to work with children and young people Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people motional resilience in working with challenging behaviours and Attitudes to use of authority and maintaining discipline n addition, any relevant issues arising from references will be taken up at interview. Reviewed and agreed by: erek Sharp ate: 20 ecember