Project Officer (Systems and Data)
| Posting date: | 31 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,597 to £35,412 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 August 2025 |
| Location: | Sleaford, Lincolnshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Lincolnshire County Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1195/1195 |
Summary
Do you have experience in systems and data management or co-ordination, especially within the FE sector? Do you have the skills to support, challenge and advocate whilst maintaining partnerships? Do you want to be part of a team that delivers innovative and exciting adult education opportunities to over 7,000 adults each year? Are you driven by positive learner outcomes and continuous improvement? If so, the Adult Skills & Family Learning Team, part of Economic Development, have an exciting opportunity which could be perfect for you. We have a full-time opportunity to join the team as a Project Officer (Systems and Data). The role will facilitate the work of the Service through the collection, collation, analysis and dissemination of data and system administration in order to maximise funding and provide business intelligence to underpin and improve service delivery.
About the role
The purpose of this role is to manage and analyse the data collected by the team and our subcontracted providers via the TERMS management information system to ensure that all funding is claimed appropriately in line with the Department for Education’s funding rules. This will include data cleansing, auditing, trend analysis, and data reporting. You will support the development, implementation and management of information systems to optimise performance management, and support business processes. You will be jointly responsible for the accurate and timely submission of the Service's Individualised Learner Return (ILR) every month, identifying and correcting errors, in partnership with our 35 sub-contracted providers across Greater Lincolnshire. The role also provides performance information through Power BI dashboards and a high level of familiarity with this software would be advantageous. You will be responsible for training users in the operational use of the MIS and will support your own caseload of subcontracted training providers across Greater Lincolnshire with their data requirements.
Information on the sub-contracted training providers we work with and the programmes we offer can be found on the 2aspire website: https://www.2aspire.org.uk
If you have relevant experience or knowledge of working in management information and data analysis, especially in Post 16 or Adult Education, we would like to hear from you.
About you
On an individual basis you will actively contribute to our ambition of delivering high quality learning provision to adults across Greater Lincolnshire. You will work autonomously, be responsible for making informed decisions, developing and maintaining strong partnership relationships with specified partners, and supporting sub-contracted training providers to meet data quality standards. Your expertise in data management and analysis, preferably within Further Education and Skills, alongside strong interpersonal skills will be crucial in building effective relationships and addressing areas of concern proactively, ensuring the team have the information and required to manage contracts and identify trends effectively. Join us and contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding learning opportunities to adults across Greater Lincolnshire.
Ideally you will be:
Educated to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent OR with suitable industry experience.
Have a professional qualification in a relevant discipline, such as ICT or data handling. or willingness to obtain
Experienced in the administration of information systems and the use of software in extracting data from systems.
Experience of working with and analysing large data sets including the reconciliation and comparison of data and information.
Have demonstrable experience of creating and developing information systems.
In depth knowledge of Information Governance and Data Protection procedures and legislation.
About the team
This position has arisen due to additional funding. You will be joining a large, friendly, and supportive team that will champion you in your role. We are an established team with a wealth of knowledge, skills, and experience, eager to welcome a new member to our mission of supporting adult skills across the counties of Greater Lincolnshire. Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
About Our Offer
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
A Contributory pension
Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
Flexible working policies
Career progression opportunities
A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more
Hybrid working is a feature of this role. The successful applicant will be required to attend the office alongside the rest of the team at least once a week (usually a Thursday) . On occasion additional days may be required. The remainder of your time will be spent hybrid working with the potential for some travel across Greater Lincolnshire to support partners in person. The Council can offer an element of flexibility within working patterns to accommodate a strong work-life balance.
Further details can be found in our rewards and benefits brochure
If this sounds like the role for you, then please read through the full Job Description, before clicking apply! If you would like to know more about Lincolnshire County Council and our current vacancies then click on over to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Thea Croxall by emailing Thea.Croxall@lincolnshire.gov.uk.
Interviews will be held on 8th September.
Please note this role is subject to a DBS
About the role
The purpose of this role is to manage and analyse the data collected by the team and our subcontracted providers via the TERMS management information system to ensure that all funding is claimed appropriately in line with the Department for Education’s funding rules. This will include data cleansing, auditing, trend analysis, and data reporting. You will support the development, implementation and management of information systems to optimise performance management, and support business processes. You will be jointly responsible for the accurate and timely submission of the Service's Individualised Learner Return (ILR) every month, identifying and correcting errors, in partnership with our 35 sub-contracted providers across Greater Lincolnshire. The role also provides performance information through Power BI dashboards and a high level of familiarity with this software would be advantageous. You will be responsible for training users in the operational use of the MIS and will support your own caseload of subcontracted training providers across Greater Lincolnshire with their data requirements.
Information on the sub-contracted training providers we work with and the programmes we offer can be found on the 2aspire website: https://www.2aspire.org.uk
If you have relevant experience or knowledge of working in management information and data analysis, especially in Post 16 or Adult Education, we would like to hear from you.
About you
On an individual basis you will actively contribute to our ambition of delivering high quality learning provision to adults across Greater Lincolnshire. You will work autonomously, be responsible for making informed decisions, developing and maintaining strong partnership relationships with specified partners, and supporting sub-contracted training providers to meet data quality standards. Your expertise in data management and analysis, preferably within Further Education and Skills, alongside strong interpersonal skills will be crucial in building effective relationships and addressing areas of concern proactively, ensuring the team have the information and required to manage contracts and identify trends effectively. Join us and contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding learning opportunities to adults across Greater Lincolnshire.
Ideally you will be:
Educated to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent OR with suitable industry experience.
Have a professional qualification in a relevant discipline, such as ICT or data handling. or willingness to obtain
Experienced in the administration of information systems and the use of software in extracting data from systems.
Experience of working with and analysing large data sets including the reconciliation and comparison of data and information.
Have demonstrable experience of creating and developing information systems.
In depth knowledge of Information Governance and Data Protection procedures and legislation.
About the team
This position has arisen due to additional funding. You will be joining a large, friendly, and supportive team that will champion you in your role. We are an established team with a wealth of knowledge, skills, and experience, eager to welcome a new member to our mission of supporting adult skills across the counties of Greater Lincolnshire. Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
About Our Offer
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
A Contributory pension
Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
Flexible working policies
Career progression opportunities
A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more
Hybrid working is a feature of this role. The successful applicant will be required to attend the office alongside the rest of the team at least once a week (usually a Thursday) . On occasion additional days may be required. The remainder of your time will be spent hybrid working with the potential for some travel across Greater Lincolnshire to support partners in person. The Council can offer an element of flexibility within working patterns to accommodate a strong work-life balance.
Further details can be found in our rewards and benefits brochure
If this sounds like the role for you, then please read through the full Job Description, before clicking apply! If you would like to know more about Lincolnshire County Council and our current vacancies then click on over to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Thea Croxall by emailing Thea.Croxall@lincolnshire.gov.uk.
Interviews will be held on 8th September.
Please note this role is subject to a DBS
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