Senior Data and Performance Analyst

Slough; Slough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid & flexible working

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Slough Borough Council is seeking an experienced Senior Data & Performance Analyst to provide strategic leadership for data analysis, performance management and business intelligence across Early Years, Best Start in Life, Family Hubs and the Family Information Service. You will lead the production of key analytical products and create dashboards using Power BI, SQL and Excel.

The role involves turning complex information into clear insights that influence commissioning, sufficiency planning and

Qualifications

• Analytical thinker who can translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Ability to influence decisions through data-driven storytelling.
• Experience leading data, performance, and BI initiatives across multi-service areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and assurance of performance frameworks.
• Analyse complex datasets from multiple sources to provide authoritative insight.
• Produce analytical products like Childcare Sufficiency Assessment and dashboards in Power BI/Excel.
• Support forecasting and demand models to inform commissioning and investment decisions.
• Communicate insights to senior leaders and elected members to shape priorities.

Skills

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Excel

Job description

• Directorate:Children’s Services
• Pay Level: 7,£41,873 - £47,238(fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance)
• Contract Type:Permanent
• Working Hours:37hours per week
• Location:Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid(minimum 2 days per week in the office)
• DBS requirement:Enhanced

The closing date for applications ismidnight on26th August 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing 31st August 2026

What you’ll be doing:

Are you a skilled data professional who can turn complex information into clear insight that drives decision-making and improves outcomes?

We are looking for an experienced Senior Data & Performance Analyst to provide strategic leadership for data analysis, performance management and business intelligence across Early Years, Best Start in Life, Family Hubs and the Family Information Service.

This is a pivotal role where you will lead the development and assurance of performance frameworks, analyse complex datasets from multiple sources, and provide authoritative insight to senior leaders, partners and elected members. Your work will directly influence commissioning, sufficiency planning, service improvement and strategic investment decisions that support children and families across Slough.

You will lead on the production and quality assurance of key analytical products, including the Childcare Sufficiency Assessment, develop forecasting and demand models, and create impactful dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI, SQL and advanced Excel. You'll move beyond reporting data to explaining trends, identifying risks and inequalities, and helping shape future priorities.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced analyst who enjoys working autonomously, influencing senior decision-makers and using data to make a real difference to local communities.

Our Council:

Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives.

What we offer:

We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged.

We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months’ service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum spinal column point is reached.

Alongside a competitive salary, we provide:

• 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.
• Tax-free childcare and childcare services
• Season ticket loan to help with rail or bus travel to and from work.

Accessibility and Support:

Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments for interview, please contact our Recruitment Team: [e-mail].

Information shared will be treated confidentially and used only to provide appropriate support throughout recruitment and beyond.

Our staff networks represent diverse colleague groups and help make the Council a place where people feel included and can thrive.

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Right to Work and Checks:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

How we recruit at Slough Borough Council

Our 8 Core Skills

At Slough Borough Council, we are moving Forward Together. Our core skills reflect what we value and will form part of your interview.

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