At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop systems to capture, analyse, and report management data for schools and the Council.
- Company: Join a values-driven organisation focused on transparency, diversity, and community service.
- Benefits: Fixed-term 14-month contract with opportunities to enhance analytical and report-writing skills.
- Other info: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK; no sponsorship available.
- Why this job: Ideal for those looking to advance their analytical skills using SSRS Report Builder and PowerBI.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent experience with strong numerical data and statistical analysis understanding.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Our Values
- Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
- Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
- Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
- Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
- Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
- Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.
Job Role
The Data Team is recruiting an enthusiastic person to develop systems to capture, quality‑assure, analyse, report and present management data and performance intelligence to our customers in schools, external organisations and across the Council. This post will mainly involve working with data relating to children, which is stored on the local central pupil database and also on national systems funded by all local authorities. This is an ideal opportunity for anyone seeking to further develop their analytical and report‑writing skills using tools such as SSRS Report Builder and PowerBI. As part of the recruitment process, there will be an opportunity to give a presentation showcasing analytical skills using data supplied ahead of the interview. Fixed‑term 14‑month contract. The advert may close early if we receive a significant number of applications. All candidates must have the right to work in the UK; we are not offering sponsorship for this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide schools, senior managers and leaders across the Council and partner organisations with quality, accurate and timely management information.
- Offer guidance and advice on all aspects of data to support decision making and improvement.
- Challenge and support schools and colleagues across a range of services to help children make good progress and achieve their maximum potential.
Key Requirements
- A degree or equivalent experience.
- A good understanding of numerical data and statistical analysis.
- A good understanding of tools such as MS Excel as a means of statistical analysis.
- A good understanding of the importance of data accuracy.
- Knowledge of IT packages, particularly MS Excel and, ideally, SSRS Report Builder and/or Power BI.
- Knowledge/experience of an analytical approach to data tasks.
- Ability to work flexibly and respond to changing priorities.
- Understanding of good customer service values.
- Basic knowledge of data protection implications.
- Accurate data inputting skills.
Performance Analyst (Analysis and Reporting) in Coventry employer: Coventry City Council
This role is based in a community-focused council that values diversity and inclusion. The Data Team is dedicated to providing accurate management information to support schools and improve children's outcomes. Employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth.
