SEND Reforms Data Analyst

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 29 days annual leave (pro rata)

LGPS pension scheme

Travel, health and wellbeing benefits

Performance-based progression and pay

Job summary

Suffolk County Council is seeking a Data Analyst to design and govern BI solutions for Children and Young People’s Services, especially SEND reforms. You will drive self-service reporting and collaborate with IT and partner organisations to deliver data-focused intelligence for improved outcomes.

The role requires extensive BI and data analytics experience, strong leadership, and the ability to coach teams and stakeholders across the directorate. Hybrid working in Ipswich is available.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Business Intelligence, data analytics and performance reporting.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for strategic decisions.
• Strong leadership, coaching and people management skills.
• Experience designing and delivering technical training to build team capability.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement across services, partner organisations and senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development and governance of BI solutions across Children and Young People's Services, focusing on SEND reforms using Power BI, SQL and SSRS.
• Drive self-service reporting culture by improving data access and decision-making tools.
• Collaborate with IT, transformation teams and partners to develop reporting infrastructure and data-sharing solutions.
• Transform complex data into meaningful intelligence to support service improvement and planning.
• Develop technical capability within the CYP Intelligence Hub via coaching and training.

Skills

BI leadership

Data analytics

Stakeholder engagement

Training and coaching

Governance and delivery

Tools

Power BI

SQL

SSRS

Job description

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX, hybrid working
• Salary: £48,163 - £53,788 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

At Suffolk County Council, we believe that when our people grow, our communities thrive. As a Data Analyst supporting the SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Reforms, you'll find opportunities to develop your skills, make a meaningful impact, and shape the future of Suffolk.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

You will:

• lead the design, development and governance of Business Intelligence solutions across Children and Young People's Services, specifically in relation to SEND Reforms, using tools such as Power BI, SQL and SSRS
• drive a self-service performance and reporting culture by improving access to data, insight and decision-making tools across the directorate
• work closely with IT, transformation teams and partner organisations to develop reporting infrastructure, data-sharing solutions and innovative intelligence products
• transform complex data into meaningful intelligence that supports service improvement, strategic planning and better outcomes for children, young people and families
• lead the development of technical capability within the CYP Intelligence Hub through coaching, training and creating a culture of continuous learning.

You will need:

• Extensive experience in Business Intelligence, data analytics and performance reporting, with expert knowledge of Power BI, SQL and SSRS.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making and service improvement.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience developing, coaching and motivating high-performing teams.
• Experience of designing and delivering technical training and building capability within teams to support continuous learning and innovation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across services, partner organisations and senior leadership groups.
• Experience working with children and young people's data, information governance requirements, and complex performance and intelligence frameworks.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile, which you can find in the How to apply' section towards the bottom of this advert.

The team

The CYP Intelligence Hub is at the heart of data, insight and innovation across Children and Young People's Services. Bringing together analysts, data specialists, systems experts and trainers, the team transforms complex information into meaningful intelligence that drives better decision-making and improves outcomes for children, young people and families. Working closely with colleagues, partners and communities across Suffolk, we are passionate about using data and technology to shape high-quality, evidence-based services and support positive change.

Empowering Everyone

We're big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We're always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report .

For more information

Please contact Kat Willson, SEND Programme Manager, for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01284 741235 or emailing [e-mail]

Closing date: 11.30 pm, 17 September 2026.

Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you'll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) .