Junior Systems Administrator

Do you want to work for an Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ college?

Walsall College is one of the leading colleges in the sector, being uniquely and proudly vocational, we are committed to bringing talent to life by maximising the potential of our students and staff.

We are currently looking for a Junior System Administrator, who will join our Management Information Services team to play a key role in the maintenance of current MIS software and to assist in keeping the College’s data robust, accurate and reliable.

You will be expected to manage user accounts and user roles/permission across a number of different MIS systems, along with assisting in carrying out any software upgrades with the MIS Development Manager and internal IT Resource.

Having excellent interpersonal and communication skills, it is desirable that you have experience of developing, recording, communicating and reviewing database systems and procedures, and a working knowledge of SFA/EFA and HEFCE funding bodies.

A Level 3 Qualification in IT or related subject (Software Development, Data Management, Database Development) is a must for this role, along with having GSCE Grade A – C in English and Maths (or equivalent).

For full specification requirements please refer to the Job Description.

In return, we offer;

•Competitive salaries.

•Up to 29 days annual leave with generous additional closure days.

•Enrolment into the West Midlands Pension Fund with generous employer contributions.

•Outstanding staff training and team building programme.

•ZEST is the College’s Health & Wellbeing initiative for our staff.

•Staff incentive schemes including ‘Best of Walsall’ discounts.

•Reward and recognition scheme.

•Two state of the art campuses with the latest industry facilities, including our Graduate Salon of Hair and Beauty and on site Little Professors’ Nursery.

•Access to ‘The Hub’ offering a Gym, Spa & Sports Clinic and The Littleton Restaurant.

Walsall College is passionate about promoting equality of opportunity and creating a working environment where diversity is recognised and celebrated and everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. Our environment is diverse in character and student population. We particularly welcome applications from candidates from Black Minority Ethnic origin and those with a disability.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults is at the heart of all we do. This is reflected in our rigorous approach to the recruitment and professional development of our staff.