Director of MIS
Application Deadline: 19 March 2026
Department: Management Information Systems
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus
Description
Director of MIS
Hugh Baird College | Bootle
Full-Time | Permanent | 35 hours per week
Competitive
40 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Local Government Pension Scheme
Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits
Join an Outstanding Team
At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.
Lead Data | Drive Strategy | Shape the Future.
We are seeking a Director of MIS to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in driving the College's strategic direction. This is a critical appointment for a forward-thinking leader who can elevate our data culture, strengthen performance, and ensure robust, future‑proofed information systems that underpin exceptional teaching, learning and organisational effectiveness.
At a time of significant growth and innovation across the College, the Director of MIS will be central to enabling high‑quality decision making, optimising funding, ensuring compliant operations, and delivering first‑class reporting and insight.
If you are a leader with the credibility, expertise and vision to lead a modern MIS service in a dynamic FE environment, we want to hear from you.
The Role
As Director of MIS, you will:
* Provide strategic leadership for all Management Information Systems, including data integrity, reporting, systems integration and digital innovation.
* Lead and develop the MIS, Exams and Business Intelligence teams, fostering a high‑performance culture built on excellence, accuracy and service.
* Serve as the College's key contact for internal and external audits, including DfE and Combined Authority funding audits, ensuring timely, accurate and compliant submissions.
* Oversee the full examinations function, ensuring high‑quality liaison with awarding bodies and flawless delivery of registrations, assessments, achievement capture and certification.
* Drive the development of data systems that support curriculum planning, funding optimisation, performance monitoring, quality improvement and strategic analysis.
* Ensure high‑quality customer service across the Enrolment Centre, including enquiries, admissions and enrolments.
* Work collaboratively with Principalship and academic leaders to ensure managers have the information, insight and forecasting needed to lead their areas effectively.
* Lead the production of high‑quality reports for the Corporation, Senior Leadership and other stakeholders.
* Champion robust, compliant processes relating to enrolment, transfers, withdrawals, exam registrations and ILR reporting.
* Act as a visible, influential leader who strengthens relationships across the College, builds trust, and ensures MIS is a valued strategic partner.
About You
We are looking for an accomplished and inspiring leader who brings:
Essential Experience & Expertise
* Significant experience leading MIS functions within an education or FE setting.
* Strong knowledge of funding methodologies, ILR requirements, income forecasting and regulatory compliance.
* Proven success delivering data strategy, policy development and performance insights at a senior level.
* Experience managing audits, funding claims and high‑stakes reporting deadlines.
* A track record of managing, motivating and developing high‑performing teams.
* Excellent analytical skills and the ability to produce succinct, high‑quality management information for senior audiences.
Leadership Attributes
* Acts with integrity, transparency and professionalism.
* Exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills.
* A proactive, solutions‑focused approach to complex challenges.
* Commitment to excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
* Able to work at pace, manage competing priorities and lead organisational change.
Qualifications
* A relevant degree or Level 4/5 professional qualification (e.g., Business, IT Systems).
* Evidence of recent CPD.
* Project management qualification (desirable).
Please see the attached person specification for the full criteria
Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College
Why Join Hugh Baird College?
When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:
Generous holiday allowance
Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.
Flexible Working
We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.
Medicash
Access to Medicash's health plans are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.
Pension Scheme
You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.
Professional Development
We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.
Industrial Commercial Updates
Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.
Reward and Recognition
Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.
Lifestyle Fitness Gym
You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.
Health and Wellbeing
You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.
Travel
You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.
Retail Discounts
You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.
Blue Light Card
You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.