SSRS Developer
Description
ISP SSRS Report Developer Role Profile
Purpose of Role
The SSRS Report Developer is responsible for working with schools and regions to de
The post holder will be responsible for agreeing requirements, deadlines and priorities and working with the regional systems managers, wider technology team and key stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of the reporting capability covering operational and management/KPI reports.
This role will report to the Group Head of Technology – Programmes.
ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students, and our schools.
Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
ISP Key Responsibilities
- Work with school and Regional staff to define report requirements
- Development of new SSRS reports and enhancements of existing reports as required including working with the requestor to test all aspects of the report and achieve sign-off
- Create aesthetically pleasing reports
- Manage loading and distribution of reports to the system and configuring access as required
- Liaising with vendor for any support requirements related to the reporting and assessment system as required to support deliverables
- Ensure that proper controls are in place so that reports are accurate and timely; resolve any issues/errors
- Maintain calendar of schools’ reporting cycles and pro-actively encourage schools to test reports early
- Contribute to the Reports development lifecycle including understanding of requirements, designing and development of reports.
- Creating SQL queries to provide reports and data extracts based on business needs.
- Develop and design standard reports, custom reports, and dashboards using MS SQL Server data query tools and reporting tools.
- Update and resolution of service desk tickets raised relating to SSRS reports
- Drive standardisation and re-use of reports wherever possible
- Advise schools on ideal assessment and gradebook setup to drive efficient reporting
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
- Ability to multitask and work with changing priorities.
- Attention to detail to ensure delivery achieves required outcomes.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Highly motivated individual that works well on their own and within team environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work across all regions/countries.
- Flexibility to work across all regions/countries and associated time zones.
- Solid understand of SQL, SSMS and SSRS
- Experience working with visual studio or similar coding environments.
- Experience working within a customer service role
- Previous use of call logging / Ticket system
- Able to adapt to shifting priorities
- Understanding of school working environments and assessment methodologies
- Knowledge of iSAMS (Ideal)
- Fluent English essential, Spanish language highly desirable
- Spoken and written Arabic advantageous, other European languages (Italian, French, Polish, Portuguese a plus)
- PowerBI experience desirable.
ISP Leadership Competencies
You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.
- Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.
- Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback, supporting others in their continual learning, development, and growth.
- Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.
- Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
- Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
- Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
- Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose, and Principles.
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.