Data Analyst and Information and Data Quality Lead

Salford Council; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Data Analyst and Information and Data Quality Lead at Barton Moss Secure Care Centre. This role involves leading the implementation of a new database, supporting data management strategies, and delivering training to staff. Candidates should have strong experience in data analysis and communication, with a focus on improving services for children in care. The position offers up to 34 days holiday, a competitive salary, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Up to 34 days holiday a year

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Modern working environment

Robust training offer

Comprehensive Wellbeing Offer

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis and improving service delivery.
• Strong skills in database management and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of the new database and information system.
• Support with data quality and performance strategy development.
• Manage database maintenance and oversee data recording procedures.
• Deliver in-house training on database use.

Skills

Data analysis

Database management

Communication

Training delivery

Tools

Child View

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

A rare and exciting opportunity has become available at Barton Moss Secure Care Centre (Ofsted: Good provider) for a Data Analyst and Information and Data Quality Lead. The successful post-holder will work closely with the Head of Service, managers and staff across the centre to develop the use of technology, new systems and data to improve service delivery for the children in our care. This role provides an opportunity to shape practice and support Barton Moss in becoming an Outstanding provider. The successful post-holder would be joining a committed, passionate and experienced group of professionals that have child-friendly practice and quality care at the centre of what they do. In Salford, we are interested in you as a person and the practitioner you are or who you aspire to be. Your role will include:

Responsibilities

• Leading on the implementation of the new database and information management system (Child View).
• Supporting the Head of Service in developing and implementing a new data and performance strategy for the centre (including administrative and data systems and processes).
• Managing all aspects of Child View including maintenance, upgrades and development.
• Overseeing the contract with CACI and attending stakeholder meetings to ensure that Child View is meeting service requirements.
• Working with the management team to introduce compliance and performance related meetings to inform service improvement.
• Overseeing data recording procedures ensuring these are regularly updated and embedded into practice.
• Undertaking regular data-cleaning to ensure that recording is in line with agreed recording procedures.
• Devising and delivering in-house Child View training to staff across the centre.
• Producing high-quality reporting and data analysis for the Head of Service and the Governance Board.
• Presenting data and analysis to various forums as required.
• Supporting the Head of Service and management team around Ofsted inspections.

Other information

Please be aware that this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and that you will be required to meet the cost of the DBS check currently 49.50. The payment for this will be deducted from your first four months salary payments at a rate of 12.38 per month. If you do not commence employment for any reason but the DBS has been processed, you will be sent an invoice for the payment of 49.50.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

We will not be accepting candidates who require sponsorship for this position.

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Benefits

• Up to 34 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays).
• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid working giving flexibility for you to manage your diary and offer a better work/life balance.
• A modern working environment and access to a range of resources to enable you to do your role.
• Robust training offer and mentoring scheme to support you with your career and aspirations.
• A comprehensive Wellbeing Offer.
• Regular, quality, reflective supervision from a consistent management and leadership team.
• Free Parking