Database Officer
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £35,412 - £39,152 per annum
Devon County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Database Officer to play a pivotal role in supporting positive outcomes for young people across Devon. This is a key Management Information role within the Post‑16 Learning Participation Team, helping the Council meet its statutory duties for tracking, analysing and reporting on young people’s participation in education, employment and training.
Key responsibilities include:
Database and System Management
- Administer and maintain database systems supporting the Post 16 Learning Participation Team, including CRM, Bulkdata and IO systems.
Statutory Returns and Data Processing
- Ensure database structures and reporting tools support NCCIS statutory returns, including:
- Monthly XML submissions to DfE.
- September Guarantee tracking for Year 11 and Year 12 cohorts.
- Annual Activity Survey for post-Year 11 destinations.
- Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET) and ‘Not Known’ status reporting.
- Stay updated on NCCIS guidance and implement changes to meet evolving requirements.
- Collaborate with colleagues to validate and prepare datasets for submission.
Data Integration and Reporting
- Process and prepare bulk data sets for upload from sources such as Excel and CSV using SSIS, MS Access, and flat imports.
- Develop and deliver professional reports using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and Power BI.
Technical Support and Collaboration
- Provide technical support for data provision and storage systems across the team.
For an informal discussion please contact; Geoff Horne, MI Database and Client Contact Manager geoff.horne@devon.gov.uk
Closing Date: 6th May 2026
Interview Date: 18th May 2026
Work Base: Primarily County Hall Exeter but working from home is possible in line with Devon County Council's Agile Working policy.
How to apply
Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.
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- DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
- Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
- Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
- For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
- We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Reference: REQ009628