Deputy Head of University Data Services

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to take a senior role within a specialist and high‑performing University Data Services team. As Deputy Head of University Data Services, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity and strategic value of all institutional University student data, supporting the full student lifecycle and underpinning essential planning and regulatory activity.

• Taking primary operational responsibility for Hartpury’s HESA Student return, ensuring timely, accurate and compliant submissions
• Leading and embedding robust reporting, validation and data quality processes, with a strong focus on sustainability and business as usual delivery
• Strengthening data flows and processes across systems and teams to support reliable student data capture and reporting
• Providing expert advice on HESA student data requirements to internal stakeholders
• Supporting team leadership, service improvement and project activity within University Data Services
• This role is particularly suited to an experienced Higher Education data professional with a hands on HESA expertise who is looking to step into a broader leadership role as processes mature

This is an excellent developmental opportunity for an experienced Higher Education data professional seeking broader leadership responsibility within a specialist environment. The role includes opportunities for team leadership, systems enhancement, project contributions and deputising for the Head of University Data Services where required.

About You

• Significant operational experience in student records within Higher Education,
• Recent experience leading operational HESA Student returns across the full in year cycle, with strong understanding of HESA data structures, validation processes and regulatory requirements
• Strong understanding of assessment cycles, progression rules and exam board processes, alongside the ability to identify and resolve data quality issues effectively
• Analytical, methodical and solutions‑focused, with strong organisational skills
• An excellent communicator, capable of building effective working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement
• Experience of line management and team leadership
• Data focused with demonstrable experience managing complex operational data processes

If you would like to discuss the role further prior to an application please contact jeni.thomas@hartpury.ac.uk.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Click the button below to apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 31st May 2026

Interviews will be held on the 11th June 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.

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