Education Funding Data & Impact Lead

Acis Group; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension contributions

Professional training

Volunteer day

Health and wellbeing benefits

Discount scheme

Employee recognition

Cycle to work

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional membership subscription

Death in service benefit

Job summary

Acis Group is seeking a Data and Performance Lead to become the funding knowledge expert, turning complex data into strategic insights that support learners and communities.

You will lead data analysis across education and skills programmes, own financial and performance reporting, ensure data integrity, and support new contracts while preparing for audits.

This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to translate data into actionable decisions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of funding policy for education across all ages and provision
• Experience with ILRs, funding returns and MIS systems
• Strong IT skills across multiple platforms with advanced Excel knowledge
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments
• Passion for data analysis and insight
• Positive, energised approach with enthusiasm for helping others
• Results-focused mindset

Responsibilities

• Lead data analysis, insight and reporting across all education and skills programmes
• Own financial and performance reporting across contracts, producing monthly insights that inform strategic decisions
• Coordinate data integrity procedures and manage validation processes for error-free submissions
• Support development of core data systems and tools for new contracts and delivery
• Analyse programme data to predict trends, identify risks and inform future planning
• Lead business development projects to maximise impact
• Prepare for external audits and quality monitoring visits
• Provide training and support on data submission processes

Job description

Acis Group is seeking a Data and Performance Lead to become the funding knowledge expert, turning complex data into strategic insights that support learners and communities.

You will lead data analysis across education and skills programmes, own financial and performance reporting, ensure data integrity, and support new contracts while preparing for audits.

This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to translate data into actionable decisions.