Senior Information Analyst – SEND Reform in Peterborough

Are you passionate about turning data into meaningful insight that improves outcomes for children and young people? We are seeking an ambitious and talented Senior Information Analyst to play a pivotal role in the delivery of our SEND Reform Programme. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a modern, intelligence-led SEND system. You will work across education, health and social care data, developing innovative dashboards, analytical products and forecasting tools that support strategic decision-making, drive accountability and enable earlier, more effective intervention.

You'll be responsible for transforming complex information into clear, actionable insight for senior leaders, partners and practitioners. From analysing trends in demand and spend, to identifying inequalities and emerging needs, your work will directly influence how services are designed and delivered across Peterborough. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with data and making a real difference through evidence-based decision-making, we'd love to hear from you.

All about our Team

The Senior Information Analyst sits within the SEND Change and Transformation Team, a dynamic and forward-thinking team leading one of the most ambitious SEND transformation programmes in the country. The team is responsible for delivering Peterborough's SEND Reform Plan, developing new ways of working and ensuring that children, young people and families receive the right support at the right time. We are building a culture that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Working closely with colleagues across education, health, social care, commissioning and finance, we use data and intelligence to drive meaningful system change. This is a team where ideas are welcomed, innovation is encouraged and every member has the opportunity to influence how services evolve. You'll work alongside experienced programme managers, project officers and senior leaders who are committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

All about You

We're looking for someone who is naturally curious, analytical and motivated by making a difference through data. You will have experience of analysing complex datasets, developing insightful reports and presenting information in a way that supports confident decision-making. You will be comfortable translating technical information into clear messages for a wide range of audiences and will enjoy building positive relationships with colleagues and partners.

You may come from a local government, education, health, children's services or business intelligence background, but most importantly you will be passionate about using data to improve services and outcomes.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience of developing dashboards, reporting solutions and data visualisations.
• The ability to identify trends, risks and opportunities from complex information.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• A passion for using insight to improve the lives of children and young people.

In return, you'll have the opportunity to work on a high-profile transformation programme, influence strategic decisions and help shape the future of SEND services in Peterborough.

Our Benefits

We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme:

• Access to a range of benefits via our Employee Benefits Platform, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes.
• Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata).
• Access to car lease scheme.
• Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances.
• Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings.
• Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth.
• Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day.
• Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network.
• Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards.

Our Commitments

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success.

We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are a person who has or considers yourself to have a disability and you require reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process, please contact pccrecruitment@peterborough.gov.uk.

Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you've already applied and completed the recruitment process for this position within the last three months, there's no need to reapply. We really appreciate your interest and thank you for considering us.