Data and Evaluation Lead

Buckinghamshire New University; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckinghamshire New University is seeking a Data and Evaluation Lead to enhance student experiences through data insights. This role involves developing evaluation frameworks, coordinating intervention strategies, and ensuring impactful data-driven decisions for educational improvements.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum)

Hybrid working arrangements

Training and development support opportunities

Contributory pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Staff discounts with major retailers

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or postgraduate level in a numerate discipline.
• Experience in using statistical methods and data analysis.
• Familiarity with evaluation methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation and data insights for student experience improvement.
• Coordinate and monitor intervention strategies.
• Develop evaluation frameworks and conduct research relevant to higher education.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in a numerate discipline

Tools

Data visualization tools

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Full Time (37 hrs per week) - Permanent - High Wycombe

Salary - £38,249 - £42,882

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.

Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.

This is an exciting time to join BNU. The Data and Evaluation Lead will provide evaluation and data insights to support improvements in student experience and outcomes. They will lead on evaluation for the Access and Participation Plan, Teaching Excellence Framework and other enhancement activities. They will work with teams around the university to coordinate and monitor intervention strategies, design an evaluation framework, and monitor impact.

It is a great time to join the Business Intelligence team which is central to delivering reliable and timely data for decision making and improvement. The University is keen to invest in talent and the Business Intelligence programme strongly advocates innovation and growth, welcoming new ideas to improve outcomes and make best use of all resources whilst responding to the needs of stakeholders.

We are looking for a pro-active problem solver who will take a data-driven approach to collaborating with key stakeholders. They will be a strong communicator with a passion for data, able to explain complex analysis to non-experts. The post holder will ideally have a background in evaluation and research and will be familiar with Access and Participation plans, evaluation methodology and frameworks.

What We Offer

• a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• Hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
• training & development support opportunities
• contributory pension scheme
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
  
  

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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information about this role please contact Benedict Watling on [e-mail]

All applications are to be made in full and online.

BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.

Closing Date: 20th July 2025

Interview Date: w/c 4th August 2025

If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.

Job Description

Job Title: Data and Evaluation Lead

Faculty/Directorate: Business Intelligence

Grade: G

Location: High Wycombe

Hours: 37

Responsible to: Business Intelligence Manager

Responsible for: N/A

Job Purpose

The Data and Evaluation Lead will provide evaluation and data insights to support improvements for student experience and outcomes. They will turn data into actionable insights and translate complex analysis into accessible presentation for a variety of stakeholders (e.g., senior leaders, academic staff, professional service staff). They will develop an evaluation framework based on a Theory of Change and use evaluation expertise to coordinate a whole provider approach to Access and Participation Plan (APP) intervention strategies, Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) activities and other quality enhancement activities. They will conduct research and scholarship relevant to higher education, and support the development of evaluation around the organisation.

Main Duties & Responsibilities Of The Role

• Use expert data insights of student characteristics to critically analyse student outcomes and student experience indicators to drive improvement in B3 outcomes and to eliminate awarding gaps. Use predictive analytics to anticipate and report forecasts of future outcomes.
• Produce an evaluation framework at BNU based on a Theory of Change and a whole provider approach.
• Create an evaluation methodology to support the requirements in the Access and Participation Plan and Teaching Excellence Framework.
• Lead on developing good practice for evaluation across the University and support in training staff to effectively evaluate.
• Coordinate the implementation and oversight of the commitments set out for evaluation and publication plans in the Access and Participation Plan intervention strategies.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative research to better understand the student experience, evaluate the impact of actions and make recommendations to leadership teams.
• Produce monitoring and evaluation data and insight reports to support the requirements in the Access and Participation Plan.
• Embed data and data analysis results across the institution using a variety of avenues, including dashboards, infographics and presentations to diverse non-technical audiences, while supporting colleagues to develop their own data literacy and confidence.
• Support the preparation for institutional statutory returns for Access & Participation and TEF through analysis, interpretation and liaison with colleagues. Produce evidence that will support assertions of teaching excellence.
• Contribute to income generation through funding bids for research, evaluation and other projects.
• Network internally and externally with key sector agencies such as TASO, NERUPI, OfS, Guild HE and engage in national and cross-University developments on policy, evidence and impact.
• Understand the data warehouse and student record system to resolve data queries and quality issues with key stakeholders to ensure reliable and accurate information.
• Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practices.
• Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.
• Deputise for the Business Intelligence Manager where appropriate.
  
  

PERSON SPECIFICATION - Essential Criteria Only

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gRelevant degree or postgraduate level in a numerate discipline with substantial statistical content or equivalent professional experience

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AKnowledge & Experienc

eKnowledge of or experience in using statistical method

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IDesign, management and analysis of large and complex data set

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IExperience of using a data visualisation tool (eg. Tableau

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IConducting qualitative research (eg. Focus groups) and/or quantitative research (e.g. statistical analysis

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IUnderstanding of the ethical research practice

sA/

IThorough understanding of the current higher education sector policy environmen

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IExperience of analysing complex matters and communicating findings to different audience

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IExperience of working successfully in a tea

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IExperience of working towards and delivering to a timescal

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IKnowledge of Data Protection and confidentiality issue

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ISkill

sExcellent written and verbal communication skill

sA/

IExcellent analytical skills and attention to detai

lA/I/

TAbility to prioritise tasks and work flexibly on own initiativ

eA/

IAbility to work as part of a tea

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IAbility to work under pressur

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IAbility to explain complex information and analysis to non-expert

sA/I/

TSpecial Requirement

sWillingness and ability to work at offsite locations and travel for external event

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IBehavioural INDICATOR

SThe BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) Is a Framework For All University Staff That Sets Out The Key Behaviours That Exemplify The DRIVE Values And Ethos Of The University. The Nine Categories Provide a Clear Steer On Behavioural Expectations That Will Help Support a Step Change In The Performance And Culture Of The University. The Three Key Behavioural Indicators For This Post Are As Follow

sEmbracing chang

eBeing open to and engaging with new ideas and ways of working. Adjusting to unfamiliar situations, shifting demands and changing roles

.Working togethe

rWorking collaboratively and across boundaries with others in order to achieve objectives. Recognising and valuing the different contributions people bring to this process

.Achieving result

sConsistently meeting agreed objectives and success criteria. Taking personal responsibility for getting things done.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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