Data Architect

Overview

Contract: Fixed-term/Internal Secondment Opportunity – 12 months

Location: Hybrid (Head Office: Quorum Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne) 

This is a hybrid working role, so you’ll need to be able to work from our Head Office once a month

Hours per week: 37

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience

 

About the role

 

We’re excited to be looking for a Data Architect to join our Architecture team.

The enterprise architecture team is responsible for the design and documentation of key systems and processes within NCFE. The team consists of experts in various disciplines, with this role needing to provide insight and expertise on data and integration processes.

 

As Data Architect, you'll have an opportunity to shape and define data architecture decisions and implementation within the organisation. This role is a crucial component of the Enterprise Architecture team, and will allow you to provide expertise and insight in all data decisions, including supporting in providing direction to the implementation of data storage, data integrations and data architecture in general.

 

How you’ll make an impact:

• Setting standards, principles, policies & designs for all data architecture within the organisation, aligning with the wider enterprise architecture vision and strategy • Driving the adoption of new processes, techniques and technologies into the data teams and ensuring they’re adequately equipped to adopt this change• Supporting Data Governance, Data Engineering, Information Security and Business Intelligence teams in designing and implementing robust data solutions• Creating and maintaining documentation pertaining to database designs, data flows, and integrations across the NCFE estate.

We’d love to hear from you if you offer the following:

• Ability to work autonomously, proactively identifying areas where you think you can make the most impact• Experience in directing and developing data architecture• Experience developing data solutions, ensuring solution adoption and adherence in the down-stream data teams• Strong knowledge of the aspects of a technical data architecture and the processes to utilise them to implement solution• Previous experience in database design or as a database analyst, working alongside technical teams• Ability to challenge the status quo, whilst providing alternative approaches and solutions that can be communicated to technical teams and key stakeholders• Knowledge and experience working in the educational sector alongside a regulatory framework

For internal applications only: Please note, in line with our people vision to inspire colleagues with the means and motivation to access high quality learning, work and career experiences, we are committed to encouraging internal development and knowledge transfer and so if you're applying for this role from another Band D position, your salary will be honoured in conjunction with the full-time hours offered.

 

Feeling inspired? Read the full Job Description 

 

What will we offer you in return? 

 

Below are just some of the fantastic benefits we’ll offer you to support you both professionally and personally. You can also visit our Benefits page which covers financial, physical and mental health support, time off and your development.  

 

• Annual leave starting at 25 days and increasing up to 30 days with length of service 

• 8 bank holidays and an additional 3 days off during the Christmas closure 

• YOU celebration day to celebrate your birthday or another life event  

• YOU hour allowing you one hour per month to spend time on something that promotes your wellbeing 

• Learning and Wellbeing fund of up to £200 per year 

• £400 towards any NCFE accredited qualifications per year  

• Up to 20 Volunteering hours per year 

• Flexible working culture with a hybrid working approach  

• Early finish on a Friday at 4:30pm to start your weekend early  

• Health cash plan through Westfield to claim towards health costs such as dental and optical  

• Tech and Home scheme with savings at Currys and IKEA  

• Employee Assistance Programme with a confidential helpline and access to face to face and telephone counselling  

• Pension of up to 9% employer contribution when you contribute 3%   

• Death in service payment worth 4 x your salary 

 

Shape real change with an NCFE career 

 

Imagine a career where your contributions affect not only what people learn, but the way that learning is developed and delivered.

 

With over 170 years of education experience our core purpose remains at the heart of the organisation – to promote and advance learning to create a fairer, more inclusive society, making sure no learner is left behind.   

 

Want to know more? Take a look at our website https://www.ncfe.org.uk/  

 

How to apply  

 

Before applying, please note that we require all candidates to be able to demonstrate proof of Right to Work in the UK.

 

Ready to join us and shape real change? Apply with your CV if you have the commitment to excel in this position.

 

Closing Date: Tuesday 25 February 2025

 

Interview Date: Thursday 6 March 2025   

 

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) statement  

 

We're committed to building rich diversity into our workforce at all levels, to ensure that we understand and are representative of the communities and customers we serve. 

 

We do not discriminate against anyone due to their gender, sexuality, race, age, religion, beliefs, identity, social background, visible or hidden disability, or neurodiversity. Instead, we pride ourselves on our collaborative, vibrant and high-performance culture which embraces everyone, celebrates uniqueness, and enables everyone's voice to be heard.