Mis Data Apprentice Business Administration

**Salary**: National Minimum Wage

Contract Type: Fixed Term 18 Months (plus three months EPA)

Hours: 37 per week

Location: Ellesmere Port

The College is looking to appoint a Level 3 Apprentice within our MIS department fixed term for 18 months. The apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity to continually develop skills and knowledge whilst assisting in the provision of a quality support service for learners, visitors, customers and staff. You will be able to gain your qualifications and earn whilst you learn.

You would work at the heart of a busy college’s central data systems where your accurate input and maintenance of student and enrolment details would play a key part in ensuring quality service for learners, visitors, partner employers and staff.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- To take responsibility for the accurate input and maintenance of student and enrolment details onto the student records system.
- To support the effective production of regular ILR submissions and prepare data sources to deadline.
- To assist in data quality checks to improve data quality and optimise funding using internal and external software.
- To liaise with curriculum areas to support awareness of College processes, to promote accuracy, and to evidence learner attendance and eligibility.
- To support other functions within the team as required, this may include assisting with; invigilating; rooming enquiries and course set up and checks.
- To perform clerical duties including filing, photocopying, production of letters and reports.
- To support the organisation and maintenance of College administrative systems.
- To maintain paper based and computer systems including data entry and analysis.
- To work as a team member providing College Assistant cover when necessary.
- To carry out all duties in accordance with College policies, procedures, and regulations with a full regard to Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities legislation.
- To undertake training as required for the performance of the role to the necessary standard and take responsibility for self-development in line with College strategic aims.
- To provide cover for others with similar posts as required.
- To assist in a programme of training and support with College staff to improve accuracy and raise standards.
- To assist in the validation of College data to ensure it is fit for purpose and contributes to accurate performance measures.
- To carry out any other duties which may arise which are commensurate with the post and conditions of service.

**Key Person Specification Requirements**:

- Minimum of 4 GCSE’s or equivalent (including Maths and English grades 4-9) or willingness to complete Functional Skills Level 2;
- Competent user of computer software packages in particular Microsoft Office including Excel, Powerpoint and Word;
- Commitment towards the completion of the apprenticeship;
- Self-motivation and a willingness to learn and develop new skills_;_
- Understanding of the importance of data input accuracy
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment;_ and_
- Enhanced DBS check

**Benefits**:

- Access to world-class facilities;
- Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities;
- Pension scheme;
- 35 days holiday _(plus bank holidays);_
- College ‘Count Me In’ social platform;
- Onsite fitness and childcare facilities;
- Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants, hair and beauty salon; _and_
- Free onsite parking
- Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought._

**About Us**

Cheshire College - South & West is the largest provider of post-16 education in the region, offering exciting opportunities to over 11,000 learners and 1,000 Apprentices, who all have access to world-class facilities as a result of a £160m investment in the latest technology and real working environments, at modern Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester. The College is in the process of implementing a £30m capital investment programme to ensure learners continue to have access to the best possible resources and environment.

Cheshire College is a dynamic, high quality and financially robust College, which provides learners with the skills, experience and qualifications that will prepare them for their future career or higher-level study, encouraging them to become confident individuals who will make valuable contributions to businesses and the local economy.

There is a fantastic atmosphere at our three Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port