Senior Data Scientist
North West Regional CollegeDerryBand 10 - £55,595 - £57,762 per annum
The College is seeking applications for a Senior Data Scientist.
The Senior Data Scientist will provide leadership in data analytics, reporting, and digital insight across the College. The postholder will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with ETI, DfE, audit and externally funded project requirements, while driving a culture of evidence‑based decision‑making.
This role will research, design, and implement advanced analytical models and predictive tools to support curriculum, support services, financial planning, quality improvement, and strategic development. The postholder will translate complex data outputs into clear, actionable insights for senior leaders, managers, and external stakeholders.
The Senior Data Scientist will provide coordination to / steer the Online Services and Management Information System Team, ensuring robust data governance, continuous improvement, and alignment with sectoral best practice.
CONTRACT INFORMATION
The College welcomes applications from applicants with a disability.
Applicants with a disability are encouraged to visit the College website at https://www.accessable.co.uk/ which provides accessibility information on College facilities.
SAFEGUARDING & EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The College is committed to equal opportunities and to selection on merit. It therefore welcomes applications from all sections of society in particular applicants from the Protestant Community.
RESERVE LIST
There is a possibility that a reserve list will be retained if more applicants are deemed suitable than posts exist. In the event the successful candidate fails to take up the post or if the post is vacated within 12 months of the appointment date, or if another vacancy arises within 12 months the post may be offered to the next person on the reserve list.
The Senior Data Scientist will provide leadership in data analytics, reporting, and digital insight across the College. The postholder will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with ETI, DfE, audit and externally funded project requirements, while driving a culture of evidence‑based decision‑making.
This role will research, design, and implement advanced analytical models and predictive tools to support curriculum, support services, financial planning, quality improvement, and strategic development. The postholder will translate complex data outputs into clear, actionable insights for senior leaders, managers, and external stakeholders.
The Senior Data Scientist will provide coordination to / steer the Online Services and Management Information System Team, ensuring robust data governance, continuous improvement, and alignment with sectoral best practice.
CONTRACT INFORMATION
- Band 10 - £55,595 - £57,762 per annum
- 28 days annual leave per annum
- NILGOSC Pension Scheme
- The postholder will be based in the North West Regional College. The role will be an opportunity for hybrid working and the successful applicant must have the means to travel to any of the campuses Derry~Londonderry, Limavady and Strabane as business requires.
The College welcomes applications from applicants with a disability.
Applicants with a disability are encouraged to visit the College website at https://www.accessable.co.uk/ which provides accessibility information on College facilities.
SAFEGUARDING & EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The College is committed to equal opportunities and to selection on merit. It therefore welcomes applications from all sections of society in particular applicants from the Protestant Community.
RESERVE LIST
There is a possibility that a reserve list will be retained if more applicants are deemed suitable than posts exist. In the event the successful candidate fails to take up the post or if the post is vacated within 12 months of the appointment date, or if another vacancy arises within 12 months the post may be offered to the next person on the reserve list.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday the 12th of May 2026
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