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Senior Insight Analyst - SEND

JR United Kingdom

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

28 days ago

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Senior Insight Analyst, where you will lead impactful data analysis and insights that shape decision-making within the education sector. This interim role focuses on managing statutory returns and delivering exceptional data visualisations specifically for SEND reporting. You will oversee a team of analysts, ensuring data accuracy and quality while communicating complex information effectively to diverse stakeholders. If you are passionate about using data to drive meaningful change and possess a strong background in SEND reporting, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a high-performing team.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in data analysis and insights within the education sector.
  • Strong background in SEND reporting and statutory education returns.

Responsibilities

  • Lead data analysis to inform decisions and policy development in education.
  • Manage data extraction and visualisation for SEND-related statutory returns.

Skills

Data Analysis
Communication Skills
Data Visualization
Statutory Reporting
Team Management
Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Data Science or related field
Background in Social, SEND, or Education data

Tools

Power BI
SQL
Python
R

Job description

Senior Insight Analyst - SEND

Location: East of England

Job Type: Interim – 6 months initially

1 day on site (can be flexible for the right person)

DBS: Basic DBS required

Our client is looking for a Senior Insight Analyst (intelligence) to lead high-quality data analysis and insights that support decision-making and policy development in the education sector. This role is integral to managing statutory returns and delivering exceptional data visualisations for SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) reporting.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead data analysis and insights to inform decisions and contribute to policy development within the education sector
  • Manage data extraction, transformation, and visualisation, particularly for SEND-related statutory returns
  • Ensure accuracy and quality of data for statutory reporting, performance monitoring, and compliance with regulations
  • Communicate complex data clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels, including technical teams and non-technical front-line staff
  • Line manage a team of analysts, overseeing their performance and development
  • Develop and utilise Power BI dashboards for SEND data, enabling efficient reporting and analysis
  • Background in Social, SEND, or Education data is essential
  • Experience with delivering statutory education returns, specifically the SEN2 and AP Census
  • Expertise in data analysis, with proficiency in tools like Power BI, and experience with coding languages (SQL, Python, R)
  • Strong track record in managing data quality and ensuring accuracy for statutory and performance reporting
  • Previous experience working in the public sector, ideally within Local Government
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor information for both technical and non-technical audiences

If you're passionate about using data to drive decision-making, have a strong background in SEND reporting, and are ready to lead a high-performing team, we encourage you to apply.

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