Data Lead Administrator

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is looking for a Data Lead Administrator to oversee data quality and manage a team of administrators. Key responsibilities include analyzing performance data and producing reports to improve service effectiveness for safeguarding vulnerable children. Ideal candidates will have experience in line management and data reporting with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office. This temporary position offers hybrid working and a supportive environment, aimed at achieving the best outcomes for children in care.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Health and wellbeing support

Generous leave package

Access to local government pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams and ensuring effective data operations.
• Proficient in analyzing and reporting on data trends.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the team of administrators for the IRS.
• Oversee data quality and assurance processes.
• Produce and analyze monthly performance data.

Skills

Line management experience

Data collation and reporting

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Organisational and analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Reference: HCC623090
Salary Range: £27,780 - £30,564 per annum
Work Location: Countywide, Hampshire (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37 (part-time hours will be considered)
Contract Type: Temporary for 6 months
Closing Date: 28 January 2026

The Role:

Join the Independent Reviewing Service (IRS) as a Data Lead Administrator, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring data quality and the smooth operation of the service. The IRS play a critical role in safeguarding vulnerable children, overseeing care planning for children in care, ensuring that plans are robust, timely, and focused on achieving the best outcomes.

What you’ll do:

• Line manage a team of two administrators
• Oversee data quality assurance for the IRS
• Collate and analyse performance data
• Produce monthly caseload reports
• Allocate monthly audits

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in line management and team coordination.
• Experience in data collation and reporting.
• Confident in using Microsoft Excel and proficiency in using other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational skills, analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the Data Lead Administrator role, team and our values. The section‘About you’ explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.

• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your contributions truly matter.
• Receive a thorough induction to help you feel confident and prepared in your role.
• Enjoy flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more informationhere .

Important:You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Other job titles you may be searching for:Administrative Officer, Administrative Support, Administrative Specialist, Business Support, Data Administrator, Information Systems Administrator

The post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

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Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.