Performance Analyst - Fixed Term to 31 December 2026 - 37 hours per week in Bournemouth

The pay range for this role will be £38,220 – £46,142. We are looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team.

We have an exciting opportunity in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council Children’s Services for a full-time Performance Analyst to join our Education & Skills Performance & Intelligence Team. This is a fixed term opportunity for an experienced analyst within the Education and Skills Performance Intelligence team, up to the end of December 2026.

Role Purpose

To lead on the provision of collating, storing and processing management information and data to support wider departmental business decision making and analysis. This role requires you to interpret complex data and information to produce high-quality performance analysis for key programmes and projects, and you will also support the team with statutory returns, SEND inspection as well as the overall transformation journey.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and take responsibility for analysing complex Education & Skills performance information in line with corporate objectives and improvement plans.
• Support with implementing the performance framework by updating and improving existing scorecards as well as identifying more efficient ways to share the data on a reliable and self-serve basis (Power BI).
• Produce and present specialist performance analysis for all levels within Children’s Services and partners, turning complex data into easy to digest performance information.
• Contribute to the development of partner and multi-agency data sets through the identification of correlations and trends.
• Maintain policy and technical expertise and knowledge in relation to changes to national and regional policy, legislative change and technical advancements in order to change processes and provide advice to colleagues.
• Work proactively and in collaboration with the business as well as system support to ensure maximum data accuracy in source data.
• Support Performance & Intelligence Manager and Head of Service with data requirements.
• Complete the production of statutory and regulatory information and performance data and analysis, including Ofsted inspections.
• Extract, collate and summarise information and develop analytical reports and performance dashboards.

Knowledge / Skills / Experience required

• Appropriate IT/training qualification at degree level or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office including advanced Excel skills and the ability to draw analysis and reports.
• Substantial knowledge of the processes and regulations relating to data protection.
• Knowledge of project and change management principles, and techniques and how to apply them.
• Experience of managing and analysing complex and sensitive data and producing and presenting clear summary information.
• Experience of designing, implementing, and producing management information reports from data systems.
• Ability to supervise the work of others, and plan ahead for projects, upgrades and developments, and responding to requests for support.
• Ability to translate technical concepts and information into more accessible language for non-specialists, and to communicate persuasively to inform and generate acceptance in others concerning information and analysis.

The Ideal Candidate

• Will be able to demonstrate curiosity, have an eye for detail, and be able to tell a story with information.
• Will be able to analyse and present complex information swiftly and accurately.
• Will be a highly motivated forward-thinking individual with a positive 'can do' attitude.
• Will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Will be confident in writing informative analytical reports tailored to a wide and varied audience.
• Be highly numerate with skills in analysis, interpretation of complex datasets and report writing.
• Will have very strong IT skills including MS Office, Power BI, Fabric and SQL.
• Be experienced in using Power BI to its full capacity.
• Be a proactive self-starter with the ability to use your own initiative as well as working as part of a team.
• Will have a commitment to improving outcomes for children, young people and families.

Knowledge of Synergy and SCM will be an advantage.

Our Offer to You

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to thrive in your role. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Data science apprenticeships for suitable and motivated candidates.
• A very positive and supportive environment to work in.
• Opportunities to use your own autonomy to develop new and existing skills in data visualisation tools and analysis techniques.
• Flexible working options, including remote working arrangements. However, some office working is expected in line with service needs.
• Local discounts and a comprehensive Wellbeing Programme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Family-friendly policies & generous annual leave.

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.

If you’d like an informal chat about the role, please contact Vickie Street, Education & Skills Performance & Intelligence Manager via vickie.street@bcpcouncil.gov.uk.

Interview Date: W/C 23rd March 2026

At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work. We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive. From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need. It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help.

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.