Data Analyst

South Lanarkshire; Hamilton; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Hamilton seeks an Education Data Analyst to enhance data-driven improvements in schools. The role includes analyzing educational data, developing dashboards, and providing insights to support strategic planning. The ideal candidate has a degree in a relevant field, strong analytical skills, and experience with data visualization tools like Power BI. A hybrid working model is available, offering a great work-life balance and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

33 days annual leave

Employee assistance program

Discounts at various retailers

Qualifications

• Proficient in analyzing and interpreting educational data.
• Experience in developing dashboards and visual tools.
• Skilled in providing statistical advice and support.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic planning and performance improvement.
• Analyze educational data to aid policy development.
• Lead data development projects to enhance understanding of outcomes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data visualization

Statistical analysis

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Data Science, Statistics, or relevant field

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

EDUC G4 3679 - Data Analyst (609712) - 3679-441270359 South Lanarkshire•Chantinghall, United Kingdom

Internal applicants MUST apply via Opportunity Marketplace. Please ensure you complete your SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS via “Me” tab/tile on Fusion or by clicking on the application link in the section of the application form titled “REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS”.

ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 13th of January 2026, 11:55pm.

Location: Council HQ.
Hours: 35 hours per week
Work Pattern: Monday - Friday 8:45am - 16:45pm.
Salary: £52,922 - £57,885 per year.

South Lanarkshire Council Education Resources is strengthening the way we use data to drive improvement across our schools and services.

We are seeking to recruit a skilled and enthusiastic Education Data Analyst to help us make the best use of the rich and complex data available across all areas of our work. You will play a key role in supporting strategic planning, performance improvement and policy development by analysing educational data, developing dashboards and visual tools and providing insight that supports senior leaders, schools and partners.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to South Lanarkshire Council’s improvement agenda, including national priorities around data use, closing the poverty‑related attainment gap, improving outcomes for children and young people and ensuring the effective use of targeted funding.

We are looking for someone who is analytical, innovative and confident working with large datasets. You will provide high‑quality statistical advice, support self‑evaluation and performance activities and lead data development projects that enhance our understanding of attendance, attainment, equity and wider outcomes. You will also represent the Council at national forums and collaborate with internal and external partners, including NHS, HSCP and Scottish Government.

You will join a supportive and forward‑thinking team at a time of significant development and change, with the chance to shape how we use data to improve the lives of children, young people and families across South Lanarkshire.

Hybrid working is available for this role. If you are shortlisted, we look forward to discussing how we balance service needs with flexibility to support your work–life balance.

View the Data Analyst job profile.

If you require to submit any further additional information to support your application (not a CV), please upload this under supporting documents.

Please Apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address

Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale, you may automatically be withdrawn from this position.

Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.

Legislative Information

This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children and/or adults.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

Please refer to http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk for further information about the disclosure process and best practice.

Overseas Criminal Records Check

An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of three months in the past 10 years.

Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided.

Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community.

We are a Disability Confident Scheme Employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria of the person specification job description.

South Lanarkshire Council is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans & Service leavers are guaranteed an interview who meet the essential criteria of the person specification job description.

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme.
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave.
• Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema.
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)
  

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM.

To be considered for this vacancy you must complete the application form. All CV submissions will be disregarded.