Senior Returns, Planning and Insight Officer

Job summary

Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.

At the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud to be one of the largest providers of mental health education globally and the only NHS Trust registered with the Office for Students. We offer over 100 education and training courses to more than 4,000 students, including postgraduate master's and doctoral-level programs, which are currently validated by university partners. Our unique clinician-tutor model and multidisciplinary approach allow us to train a wide range of professionals, including clinicians, social workers, nurses, and teachers.

Our Directorate of Education and Training has ambitious goals for increasing student numbers, diversifying its portfolio and extending its reach. To achieve these goals, it is essential that we provide effective professional support services for our students and staff.

A vacancy has now arisen for a Returns, Planning & Insight Manager, to lead the work of the Division in delivering insight in our education and training activities, and to lead for the Division and Trust in preparing statutory student returns via our validating partner institution.

Main duties of the job

o Assist with the delivery of regulatory reporting to our University Partners/ Office for Students (OfS), such as HESA and HESES, undertaking data cleansing, data queries and data production.

o To assist with the requirements, management and build of a suite of validation and exception reports, using SQL and Power BI, which will ensure that data quality is optimal at key points during the academic year.

o Maintain a thorough knowledge of forthcoming changes in statutory reporting, attending and participating in sector events as required. The post holder will assist how best to implement statutory reporting requirements as they change.

o Working with the Head of Academic Registry, Statutory Returns, Planning and Insights Manager and the Finance Manager, communicate change requirements by developing and facilitating training and workshops.

o A primary user of student data systems at the Trust to assist with the development and delivery of BI dashboards for management teams within the Division and across the Trust that will drive forward strategic change, in line with KPI targets and other objectives.

About us

You will join a dedicated and dynamic team based in Belsize Park (Hampstead) in north-west London. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility, with 2-3 days per week in the office. We are committed to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and work together to manage all aspects of the student journey, from enrolment to graduation. Our team operates on a portfolio basis, sharing expertise and fostering a collaborative, supportive environment.

This role is ideal for someone with previous experience in Higher Education, particularly in the preparation and delivery of Statutory Returns. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a team. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to contribute to a leading mental health education provider, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

For a confidential and informal conversation about this role, please contact Stephen Rowlstone srowlstone@tavi-port.nhs.uk