Student Records Officer
• 💰Salary: £13,829 Actual / £25,585 FTE
• 🕒Hours: 20 hours per week / 52 weeks per year
• 🕒Working pattern: 4 Days Per Week
• 📍Location: Newbury College Campus
Great student experiences start with great student records.
At Newbury College, we know that behind every successful learner is a team of dedicated professionals working behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly. We're looking for a Student Records Officer to join our friendly MIS team and help ensure that our student data is accurate, compliant and ready when it's needed.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with information, has a keen eye for detail and takes pride in getting things right. You'll play an important part in supporting students and staff by maintaining accurate records, resolving data issues and helping the College meet its funding and reporting requirements.
About the role
No two days are exactly the same. One day you could be processing enrolments and checking documentation, the next you might be investigating data discrepancies, supporting funding audits or working with colleagues across the College to ensure records are complete and accurate.
You'll become a key member of the MIS team, building strong relationships with curriculum areas and helping ensure the College's student information is maintained to the highest standard.
We are looking for someone who:
- Enjoys working with data and detailed information.
- Has a methodical approach and excellent attention to detail.
- Is confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Can identify issues and find practical solutions.
- Has strong organisational skills and can manage competing deadlines.
- Works well independently whilst also being a supportive team member.
- Is approachable, professional and committed to delivering excellent service.
Whether you've worked in education before or developed your data and administrative skills in another sector, we'd love to hear from you.
Why join us?
Joining Newbury College means becoming part of a supportive and collaborative team that is committed to creating a safe, positive and inclusive environment for staff and students. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in health and safety, gain valuable experience across a wide range of operational activities and play an important role in supporting the College's commitment to wellbeing, compliance and continuous improvement.
About Newbury College and University Centre Newbury:
We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.
What we offer:
Financial Benefits:
• Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence
• Local Government Pension Scheme
Health and Wellness:
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
• On-site gym membership at an annual fee of £20
• Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities
• Free Annual Flu Jab
Professional Development:
• Development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses
• Professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement
Work-Life Balance:
• 25 days of holiday pro rata
• Flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life
Campus Amenities and Discounts:
• Free onsite parking
• Access to a corporate discount scheme
• Discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon
• Good value food and drink at the Street Café
• Discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party)
• Staff recognition awards; celebrating the excellence in all we do
• Staff Summer Event
We understand that no candidate will perfectly match every qualification or criterion listed. If your experience differs from what we've outlined but you believe you can contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply!
If you're interested in this position, please apply below or send your CV to recruitment @newbury-college.ac.uk as an expression of interest. Please note that applications must be submitted through FE jobs
Our college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
We value and embrace diversity, recognising the contribution individuals from different backgrounds can bring to our organisation. We are ‘Disability Confident Committed’ and expect all our employees to share this commitment. We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all appointments are subject to satisfactory clearances including enhanced DBS checks.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the set closing date if we receive a good level of applicants. To avoid disappointment, we would advise that you complete your application in full, rather than saving and returning to complete at a later date.
Safer Recruitment
At Newbury College we are committed to following Safer Recruitment Guidelines
• Pre – Recruitment Process: Candidates will be subject to an online search. Applications must be completed in full with a complete employment history (With any gaps reasoned) and qualifications listed. Incomplete applications will not be submitted for shortlisting.
• Interview Stage: Candidates will be required to provide Right to Work documentation and an overseas check/Code of conduct certificate (if applicable), any convictions must be declared and consent to obtain a DBS Certificate and PLR Record will be requested .
• Successful Candidates: A share code will be required for Non-British citizens and further documents may be needed. A barred list check will be carried out. We also require a minimum of 2 references and an Enhanced DBS check