The Vacancy
MIS Business Partner - Apprenticeships
Wiltshire College & University Centre - Trowbridge Campus, with up to 2 days remote home working
Do you have experience working with data, administration, or business systems in an educational, office, or professional services environment? Or do you hold a qualification in Business Administration, IT, Data Management, or a related field and want to develop your career in a supportive and purpose-driven organisation?
If you're looking to move away from repetitive corporate environments, temporary contracts, or limited progression, this is your opportunity to build a stable and rewarding career in education support services.
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and play a key role in ensuring accurate data, smooth systems, and high-quality management information that supports students, staff, and strategic decision-making across the College.
What We Offer
💷 Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year
🕰️ Contract Type: Fixed Term MAT Cover for One Year, Full Time - 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Year-Round Employment: No unpaid breaks between contracts
✔️ Outstanding Benefits
• Local Government Pension Scheme - a strong, secure foundation for your future
• Generous Holiday Entitlement - 30 days paid annual leave plus 8 paid bank holidays
• College closure and wellbeing days - including a 2-week paid Christmas closure
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential wellbeing, legal, and financial support
• Free On-Site Gyms - available across multiple campuses
• Lifestyle Discounts - savings on retail, technology, travel, and leisure
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme - save money while staying active
• Professional Development - ongoing training and career progression opportunities
• Additional Perks - discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and reduced attraction entry
A stable role with benefits that support your life today and your future tomorrow.
What You'll Do
• Support the accuracy, maintenance, and development of Management Information Systems (MIS) across the College
• Input, check, and validate data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and funding requirements are met
• Produce reports, dashboards, and statistical returns for internal and external stakeholders
• Support enrolment, funding, and audit processes through high-quality data management
• Liaise with curriculum and support teams to ensure timely and accurate data capture
• Assist in maintaining system integrity and improving administrative processes
• Support the use of digital systems including MIS platforms, spreadsheets, and reporting tools
What You'll Bring
• A Level 3 qualification or above in Business Administration, IT, Data, or a related discipline
• Experience working in an administrative, data, or systems-focused role
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in data handling
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and database systems
• A logical, organised approach with the ability to meet deadlines
✨ Why Choose This Path?
Build a meaningful career in education support - without:
• Repetitive corporate targets with no purpose
• Unstable or short-term administrative contracts
• Limited visibility of how your work makes a difference
• Lack of progression or development opportunities
A role that keeps you at the centre of data and decision-making, while offering stability, purpose, and a healthy work-life balance.
⚡ Make a move that truly pays off
If you're ready for a secure, rewarding, and impactful role supporting education through high-quality data and systems, we'd love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 4th May 2026
Please note:
Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document.
Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Safer Recruitment
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
The Company
Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire, significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6, and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge, Chippenham, Salisbury, and Lackham, which specialises in land-based education.
We offer a wide array of apprenticeships, along with full-time, part-time, and university-level courses. Notably, our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UK's first trackside motorsport engineering training centre, dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.
Testimonials
Lily Raynor-Blundell Executive Director of Lackham
Working at Wiltshire College and University Centre is a rewarding experience, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth, whilst making a positive and meaningful impact in post-16 education.
Tiffany Maxwell Executive Assistant
As a new recruit at Wiltshire College & University Centre, I enjoy the supportive environment and dedicated team that make me feel valued and inspired.
Arvil Pogson-Davis Health & Safety Manager
My job regularly takes me around all four of Wiltshire College & University Centre campuses and I meet staff from all diverse backgrounds which I really enjoy. I also work with a small but very dedicated and professional team.
The Benefits
Flexible Working
Pension Scheme
Training & Development
Shopping Discounts
Employee Assistance Programme
Gym