Head of Data Analytics and Insight

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Dudley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dudley Academies Trust is looking for a Head of Data Analytics and Insights to spearhead data strategy. The successful candidate will ensure accurate data management across all academies, develop dashboards, and promote a culture of data-driven decision making. This key role supports educational and strategic improvements, contributing to the Trust's ongoing success.

Responsibilities

• Lead the data strategy for the Trust.
• Oversee data governance and build dashboards.
• Champion a data-informed culture and develop reporting systems.

Job description

Dudley Academies Trust is seeking a Head of Data Analytics and Insights to lead our data strategy. This role involves ensuring accurate, timely data to drive educational and strategic improvements across all academies. Responsibilities include overseeing data governance, building Trust-wide dashboards, championing a data-informed culture, developing reporting systems, and leading staff training to enable evidence-based decisions.

About Dudley Academies Trust: Established to provide high-quality education for young people in Dudley and surrounding areas, our Trust has seen significant improvements, with recent GCSE results being the best ever in 2024. We aim to offer a continuous educational pathway from Nursery to higher education and vocational courses, in partnership with Dudley College of Technology.

We have recruited excellent staff, introduced effective rewards and behaviour management systems, and invested over £15 million in facilities and technology to enhance our academies. Our curriculum emphasizes basic skills in English and Mathematics, alongside digital technologies.

Application Details: Closing date: Thursday 10th July 2025 (may close earlier). Provisional interview date: Thursday 17th July 2025 (subject to change). Successful applicants will require an enhanced DBS check and barred list checks.

Equal Opportunities: Dudley Academies Trust is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, including disabled and minority ethnic candidates.