Data Manager, SEND

East Sussex County Council; Lewes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public sector pension

Apprenticeships available

Job summary

East Sussex County Council is seeking a Data Manager to lead a team of information analysts, delivering timely performance information to support services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. You will oversee data analysis, forecasting, and reporting to inform strategic and financial planning across East Sussex and the South East.

You will manage complex demands, present clear performance reports to strategic partnership groups, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of information analysts and delivering timely performance information.
• Ability to collate, analyse data and undertake research to produce concise reports.
• Experience with forecasting, modelling and supporting strategic financial planning.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to model best practices for the team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee demanding reporting commitments and ensure timely delivery.
• Lead complex data analysis and forecasting to support strategic planning.
• Present clear performance reports to strategic partnership groups.
• Manage and develop the information analysis team.

Skills

data analysis

leadership

statistical techniques

problem solving

Job description

Job Description

Can you lead a data team to deliver accurate reporting and analysis that supports services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities? Playing an essential role in East Sussex and the South East, you would lead the way on the data requirements of the national SEND Reforms.

As Data Manager, you will manage a team of information analysts, producing timely performance information to support better outcomes for children, young people and their families. With a particular focus on Special Educational Needs, you will lead complex analysis, modelling and forecasting to support strategic and financial planning.

You will spend much of your time overseeing demanding reporting commitments, supporting your team with complex data analysis and presenting clear performance reports to strategic partnership groups.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who

• can organise own and others’ workloads to meet deadlines and deal with conflicting demands
• use their own initiative to solve complex problems and develop solutions
• collate and analyse data and undertake research to produce concise reports.
• provide strong leadership skills and act as a role model for the team.
• are experts in data analysis and the use of statistical techniques.

We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage those from groups that are underrepresented in our current workforce.

We are working towards recruiting a workforce that reflects our community, because we recognise the value of diverse perspective and experiences.

Interviews will take place virtually using Microsoft Teams, they will take place wc 30 November 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to put your data and analytics skills to good use, supporting children and families across East Sussex. Working in an enthusiastic and dedicated team you’ll be able to develop your knowledge and skills while making a positive impact.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Luke Ede, Data & Information Manager at [e-mail] to request a MS teams call or phone call.

“I’ve worked with the council for over 10 years, and I stay here because I find it really rewarding. I know that I’m making a difference.” Joe, Information Analyst

For putting your skills to good use, choose East Sussex.

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Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.