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Database Administrator

Peterborough
1 week ago
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Database Administrator required for further education client in East of England

  • MS SQL Server DBA

  • Previous DBA experience

  • £46-52k plus hybrid working and benefits

    WeDoData have partnered with a training provider who are looking to recruit a full time, permanent Database Administrator (DBA) to join their busy MIS team.

    Our client is a leading further and higher education provider who are located across 2 main campuses in the East of England.

    As the DBA you will report to the Director of MIS and will play a crucial role ensuring the integrity, security, and optimal performance of the college's data infrastructure.

    You will need to have prior experience as a DBA, specifically working with MS SQL Server and will need to have the following skills:

  • Database backup and recovery

  • Database installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades

  • Large scale database and systems projects

  • Database security principles

    In return the client can offer a salary of between £46,900 - 52,400 plus hybrid working arrangement, 30 days holiday (plus bank holiday and Christmas closure) and much more.

    Unfortunately the client is unable to provide sponsorship.

    For more information and the opportunity to find out more information and to view a job description call Jay Brooks at WeDoData or apply as soon as possible.

    We hope to hear from you soon.

    WeDoData (Bristol) Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants, and clients to share this commitment. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. In accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants

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