Systems Administrator

Systems Administrtaor 

Data and Student Systems Team

We are looking for a Systems Administrator to join our team.  

The Data and Student Systems Team plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation and development of KOL’s bespoke Student Management System (SMS). As Systems Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for all SMS related enquiries, from course and module setup to complex student record queries. You will work with colleagues, both internally and from our partner universities to ensure we hold accurate information, and take ownership of the internal audit processes, working with colleagues to ensure data quality is kept to a high standard, and identifying areas for improvement where necessary. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a Systems Administrator, who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.  

A detailed job description can be viewed here.  

What you’ll bring to the role 

You will be a highly organised individual with excellent IT, written and oral communication skills. You will have demonstratable team working skills combined with the ability to work on your own initiative. You will also have excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively work and communicate with high level professionals, administrators and students.

Essential Criteria:

• Considerable experience of working in an administrative role

• High level of attention to detail

• Advanced Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) software skills

• Ability to work on own initiative to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent team skills

• Strong documentation skills 

What we do  

Kaplan Open Learning is one of the world’s largest and most experienced providers of online degree education. We currently work with two UK partner Universities to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. Our students complete their studies through online learning using our interactive virtual classroom with rich multi-media resources which provide a gateway to a learning community supported by a dedicated academic and professional services team.    

Our mission is to continue to transform students’ lives and careers by delivering and expanding our suite of innovative, industry led and career enhancing higher education programmes. 

What we offer 

As well as a competitive salary, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 

• 28 days annual leave* 

• Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family

• 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services 

• Company pension contributions 

• Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels 

• Medicash Health Cash Plan  

*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time.  

How to apply 

To apply for this role please click the 'Apply' button above and submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than the end of the day on 21st October 2023 . Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.  

Additional Application Information  

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, depending on the nature of the role, successful candidates may be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.  

Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Applicants working outside the UK may be required to produce a police check from the relevant country.  

Application Support  

If you require technical support, please complete the following form. If you have questions regarding the role itself please contact Bilal Ali (bilal.ali2@kaplan.com).

Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments 

At Kaplan International, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.  

Following the submission of an application, applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme.  Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview. 

Location: Leeds with remote working opportunities

Working pattern: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week