Senior Data and Funding Officer Salary: Up to £33,204 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year) Location: Sparsholt and/or Andover Campus, Hampshire Closing Date: 6th March 2026 We're looking for a detail-driven, proactive professional to join our MIS team as a Senior Data and Funding Officer – a key role at the heart of the College's funding and student data operations.
The Role The post holder will play an integral role in the MIS team, working closely with the MIS Manager to ensure the accuracy, validity and funding optimisation of all the College's student data. Working in the MIS team, your role will be to ensure that accurate, error free and timely data and information is provided to internal and external customers and external agencies. You will take the lead on matters relating to Further Education and Apprenticeship student data and funding within the MIS team. You will be working to set data validation, credibility, and quality processes, and using a range of dedicated software for these purposes. Applications are particularly sought from those with existing experience of FE student and funding data. This is an action-packed role that would suit someone who thrives working in a busy data orientated environment. You should have proven written, numerical and interpersonal communication skills.
Why Join Us At Sparsholt College, you'll work within a stunning rural campus set in beautiful Hampshire countryside. With open green spaces, specialist land-based facilities and a peaceful natural setting, Sparsholt offers an inspiring environment to build your career.Our Andover Campus is perfectly positioned within walking distance of Andover town centre – giving you easy access to shops and essential amenities. Whether you prefer to walk, cycle or use public transport, the campus is conveniently located with excellent local links. Additional benefits:
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive MIS team
• Take ownership of a role with real responsibility and visibility
• Work in an environment where accuracy, insight and innovation are valued
• Grow your expertise in FE funding and data systems
• Play a key role in supporting student success
What we're looking for
• Ideally experience working with data and funding in the FE sector
• A positive and proactive 'can do' attitude
• A good standard of education, including holding English and maths at a grade C/4 or above at GCSE level (or equivalent) College Benefits
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free on- site parking
• Car Share Scheme
• Occupational Sick Pay and Maternity Pay Scheme
• Flexible Working Policy
• Access to an Employee Assistance Scheme
• Free Library membership
• Free on-site gym at the Sparsholt campus
• Gym classes on the Sparsholt campus
• Facility to purchase Sparsholt produce including: plants, fruit & vegetables, fish and game.
• Access to discounted hair treatments at the Andover campus
• Ability to access a range of CPD events and support with undertaking professional qualifications.
• Various food outlets and eateries offering good value food and drink at competitive prices
• There is a nursery on the Sparsholt campus operated by a commercial provider. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.