Digital Transformation Architect (Data Systems)

We are seeking a detail-oriented individual who enjoys working with data systems and using them to generate valuable insights for colleagues to join our Digital Team as Digital Transformation Architect.

In this pivotal role, you will help shape how data is collected, integrated, stored, and used across the Trust. It is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on solving data challenges and collaborating within a technical team. A working knowledge of the MIS system, Unit-E, would be highly desirable. If you enjoy working with back-end data systems and unpicking their structures, this could be the perfect role for you.

We have invested significantly in our Digital Transformation Team who are developing exciting areas in data warehousing, Power BI, and the use of AI tools including Claude. These developments will directly support Digital Operations roles across the Trust.

We are committed to appointing the right person and will be flexible in determining the line management structure within the Digital Team based on the appointed candidate’s skills and attributes, as well as the scope of their initial work across individual phases or Trust-wide. The current Digital Team structure is available for candidates to view in an attached document, and we are happy to answer any questions about the team or the role throughout the recruitment process.

You will be joining a dynamic, core team that supports the operations of all of the schools and colleges within our Trust. Our shared services are here to support all of our schools and colleges across several areas including Health and Safety, Finance, Estates and MIS.

Having recently moved into this site you will enjoy its new facilities and fantastic transport links being situated just off the M62. With a real team ethos, the different departments work together to provide ongoing support for the growth and development of the Trust.

About New Collaborative Learning Trust

New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT) has a dynamic, positive and supportive culture for staff and students, with an enviable reputation for staff career progression and development. You will join a focused and driven team, committed to providing the highest standards of education and service. The Trust currently comprises of three 16-19 Colleges, three Secondary Schools and three Primary Schools.

 Why Work for Us?

• NCLT was  crowned  'Employer of the Year'  at the 2023 MAT Excellence Awards - these national awards celebrate the very best performers from over one thousand MATs across the country

• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing as outlined in our staff wellbeing charter

• Access to high quality professional training, in-house and externally, to support your professional development

• Attractive pension scheme

• Additional benefits such as a cycle to work scheme and a technology scheme

• A culture of self-reflection and improvement to meet the needs of our staff

For further details and to apply, please click the apply button.

Closing date: Monday 13 April 2026.

Interview date: Friday 17 April 2026.

New Collaborative Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful in being appointed to a post, you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service as well as other employment checks before your appointment is confirmed.