ILR Funding Co-ordinator

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 23 January 2026

Reference: 0515-25-R

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In this role, you will ensure the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of the College’s funding and data processes. You’ll maintain up-to-date knowledge of funding methodologies from bodies such as the DfE, devolved authorities, and the OfS, ensuring all ILR and statutory returns are accurate and submitted on time. Working with the Head of Data Services & Compliance, you’ll focus on funding maximisation, audit readiness, and data integrity, supporting staff training where needed.

You’ll also assist with the HESES return, manage PDSAT and FRM reports, and help maintain and develop systems including Pro Solution, Pro Achieve, and Pro Monitor. Collaboration with colleagues across Data Services and Business Intelligence will be key to ensuring coherent, efficient, and well-documented processes.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of funding methodologies and regulations, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and alignment with stakeholder and audit requirements.
• Oversee and validate data returns, including ILR submissions, identifying and resolving data quality issues using reports such as PDSATs and EAS.
• Work collaboratively across the College — including curriculum, apprenticeships, partnerships, and training teams — to maximise funding opportunities and ensure accurate recording.
• Provide advice, guidance, and training to staff on funding rules, ILR changes, and data compliance, supporting continuous improvement in processes and data quality.
• Support internal and external audits, preparing and validating evidence, and supplying accurate funding and performance information to senior leaders.
• Contribute to effective cross-college communication and coordination, ensuring consistent standards, system integrity, and responsive management of priorities and resources.

• Educated to a minimum of Level 4 in a Business related discipline or relevant experience
• Educated to a minimum of Level 3 in an ICT related discipline or relevant experience
• GCSE Mathematics and English Grade A* - C (4+) or equivalent qualifications
• Proven experience interpreting and applying funding methodologies and regulations from bodies such as the DfE, OfS, and devolved authorities.
• Demonstrated success in managing accurate and timely ILR and statutory data returns, including cleansing data errors and producing PDSAT and FRM reports.
• Experience supporting funding maximisation through collaboration…