Job Description

Eastbourne College is seeking an experienced and self-sufficient iSAMS specialist to provide operational and administrative support across Eastbourne College and St Andrew's Prep. The post-holder will focus on module configuration, data integrity, and user management within iSAMS.

1. Job Title:

MIS Support Officer (Maternity cover till 30 June 2026)

2. Responsible to

: Head of Information Services

3. Job Summary

: Experienced and self-sufficient iSAMS specialist to provide operational and administrative support across Eastbourne College and St Andrew's Prep. The post-holder will focus on module configuration, data integrity, and user management within iSAMS.

4. Key Responsibilities:

Act as the primary point of contact for iSAMS queries. Configure iSAMS modules to meet operational needs including the introduction of new functionality. Manage user accounts, roles, and security permissions within iSAMS. Manage the schedule of school reports. Support academic timetabling, admissions, rollovers, and census returns. Provide limited user guidance where needed (not formal training). Advise iSAMS best practice and ensure system is used effectively by school.

5. Safeguarding duties

The post holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Statement and staff code of conduct at all times. The post holder will be engaging in regulated activity. There are particular safeguarding issues requiring attention for this post. In this particular post, there is unlikely to be a large amount of contact with pupils but there are connected responsibilities, including site security, sensitive handling of data, and professionalism. However, the responsibility remains to be aware of safeguarding procedures and occasional need to operate safely with pupils and in adherence to the policy and code of conduct. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the School they must report any concerns to the School's Designated Safeguarding Lead or, if they are the School's DSL, to the Headmaster and relevant agencies.

6. Desirable Skills and Experience

Demonstrable experience working directly with iSAMS (preferred) or other MIS (minimum one year in an operational role). Understanding of iSAMS configuration and security permissions. Accuracy, attention to detail, and strict confidentiality. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Clear communication skills and confidence when advising staff. Familiarity with statutory returns (DfE census, ISI requirements).

7. Terms and Conditions:

Hours of Work:

20 hours per week (4 hours per day, Monday to Friday), term time only in line with Eastbourne College term dates, plus 3 additional weeks during the summer (one of which may be worked remotely).

Contract:

Fixed-term maternity cover until 30 June 2026, with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent should the substantive post-holder not return

Salary:

16.15hourly

Pension:

After three months' service you may be automatically enrolled into the Eastbourne Charity WorkSave Pension Scheme (details are available from the HR Department), depending on your level of earnings, however you may also choose to opt into the pension scheme. The Charity will contribute 5% of your gross salary and you must also contribute 3%. You may choose to opt out of the pension scheme.

Holiday:

You will be entitled to 28 days annual holiday pro rata to be taken during Charity holidays. Pay for this is included in the salary.

8. Application process:

To apply, please visit https://www.eastbourne-college.co.uk/contact/employment-opportunities/ and click the 'Apply Now' button to complete the required application form.

A letter of application and an up-to-date CV may be uploaded with this online application form.

Closing Date:

Monday 20 October 2025

For further information, please contact HR by email: hr@eastbourne-college.co.uk.

9. Safeguarding Statement

Eastbourne College (Incorporated) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, pre-employment medical questionnaire and positive references.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Charity is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Eastbourne College (Incorporated) is committed to the provision of equal opportunities in employment and accordingly wishes to ensure that no job applicant is treated less favourably on unjustifiable grounds.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: Up to 16.15 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site gym
Work Location: In person