Data & Performance Officer

Teaching Vacancies; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension scheme

CPD opportunities

Travel discounts

Job summary

Leeds City College is recruiting for a Data & Performance Officer in the Quality of Education team. You will manage the full data lifecycle, create dashboards, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders while ensuring data accuracy and GDPR compliance.

You will be the primary contact for data inquiries and will train staff on data tools, supporting essential departmental operations. A Level 4 data qualification is encouraged, with an apprenticeship offered if not held.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths, plus a relevant Level 3/4 qualification.
• Experience using business or education software, including intermediate/advanced Excel and data tools.
• Proven ability to build relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong IT, numerical and data management skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Understand information needs and define reporting requirements.
• Source, extract, cleanse, and analyse data from multiple systems.
• Design, develop, and maintain reports and dashboards to track performance.
• Identify trends and insights to support informed decision-making.
• Communicate analytical findings clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Level 3 or 4 qualification relevant to the role

Tools

Excel

Google Workspace

ProSolution

ProAchieve

OneFile

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

About the Role

Leeds City College are recruiting for a Data & Performance Officer in the Quality of Education team.

In this role, you will manage the full data lifecycle, from initial collection and preparation through to analysis and interpretation. You will develop and maintain dashboards, monitor key trends, and communicate meaningful, actionable insights to stakeholders, ensuring the highest standards of data accuracy, governance, and GDPR compliance.

You will also serve as the primary point of contact for data-related enquiries, provide tailored systems training to enhance staff knowledge and confidence, and undertake essential administrative responsibilities to support the smooth running of the department.

If you do not already hold a Level 4 or higher data qualification, you will complete a Level 4 Data Analysis Apprenticeship as part of the role.

Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than advertised, so we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

What You Will Do

• Work with stakeholders to understand their information needs and define appropriate reporting requirements.
• Source, extract, organise, cleanse, and analyse data from multiple systems, ensuring high levels of consistency, accuracy, and quality.
• Design, develop, and maintain reports and interactive dashboards to track performance, highlight potential risks, and identify areas for improvement and opportunity.
• Examine datasets to identify trends, patterns, and emerging insights that support informed decision‑making.
• Interpret and communicate analytical findings to colleagues and stakeholders, presenting complex information in a easy to understand format to aid evidence-based decisions.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost integrity, conducting regular data quality checks and ensuring full compliance with GDPR and relevant data protection standards.
• Participate in the evaluation and review of data projects, identifying key learnings and opportunities to improve future processes and initiatives.

About You

• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths (Grade A–C or equivalent), alongside a relevant Level 3 or Level 4 qualification applicable to the role.
• Practical experience using business or education software, including intermediate/advanced Excel (formulas and pivot tables), Google Workspace and management information systems such as ProSolution, ProAchieve or OneFile, with the ability to analyse data, identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Proven ability to build effective, working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong IT, numerical and data management skills, with excellent attention to detail, a professional and confidential approach to handling information, and the ability to communicate complex data clearly to a range of audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to use initiative and a proactive, solution-focused approach to enhance service delivery.

What the college offers its staff

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

Annual leave:

• Curriculum and Management:44 days plus bank holidays
• Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:

• Local Government Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities:

• Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
• Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting:

• Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes

Commitment to safeguarding

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for a job with us if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

£27,632 with progression to £29,255 per annum