The Data and Insights Service plays a critical role within Bath Spa University in relation to the management and governance of data, the provision of strategic insight and the delivery of statutory reporting. The department consists of three interlinked teams which work closely together: Data and Insights, Statutory Reporting and Data Quality.
Reporting to the Head of Data Quality, the Data & Insights Project Coordinator will undertake and facilitate small to medium-scale projects to enhance the quality, consistency and impact of student and course record data.
Working with colleagues across the University, you will focus on data process improvement initiatives which will include facilitating the development of automation and data validation within day-to-day processes and student record system tools.
The focus of the day-to-day work will vary – ranging from identifying small process improvements for a specific type of student record, to pulling together requirements from a wide range of teams to inform and deliver larger initiatives. Every task will involve collaboration with colleagues to solve problems that enable the University to support the student experience.
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Experience of working on and facilitating a range of small/medium sized projects at the business/operational level
- Knowledge and understanding of the student journey within the higher education sector
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to develop effective working relationships across teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve challenges
- Experience of working to improve data quality and related processes.
- Confident with data processes with an attention to detail and ability to communicate findings clearly both orally and in writing.
- Experience of using the SITS Client student records database
- Project management experience
- Experience of ensuring data is consistent with internal protocols or those of a regulatory body.
For further information on the essential and desirable skills we’re looking for, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Salary Grade - Starting from £ 33,951 rising to £ 37,694 per annum
The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range, unless there are exceptional circumstances.
- There may be occasions where working outside of normal hours may be expected, such as for the purpose of attending conferences, public events, etc.
- Hybrid working (current pattern is one day per week on campus at Newton Park).
Staff Benefits
We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including
- Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
- Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
- Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
- Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
- Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app
For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
At Bath Spa University, we believe in the power of education to break down barriers to opportunity and to transform lives. We are the Professionally Creative for the future. Professional Creativity transcends subject disciplines, and is just as important for our sciences, education, business and law subjects as it is for our sector leading creative industries provision. We connect learners, staff and external partners with applied research and innovation. We power inclusive growth through skills development and practice based, innovation – intensive learning for all.
Our main Newton park campus is based in stunning countryside just a few minutes from a World Heritage City. We are also proud to offer courses to students at our other campuses around Bath, and in London at our Canary Wharf and Hackney sites.
An impressive 84% of our staff said they would recommend the University to a friend as a good place to work.
We are a community of colleagues, striving for excellence to ensure students thrive. Our values are:
- Respect
- Inclusivity
- Collaboration
- Sustainability
We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community. We foster inclusivity, celebrating and respecting differences. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and genders. We consider our recruitment practices to be comprehensive and unbiased; ensuring fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity for all.
