Data Analyst

BDSIP is recruiting a Data Analyst

The role

This is an exciting opportunity to join our small but dedicated data team, working on vital management information returns, collating, analysing, and reporting on the data to provide actionable insight to inform services.

As an experienced data analyst, you will bring exceptional analytical skills, a forensic eye for detail, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. As importantly, you will be excited by the work of our organisation and be strongly aligned with our values.

This role offers excellent scope for personal development and growth, as well as the opportunity to make a real, lasting difference in the lives of young people across east London. We are proud to offer truly flexible working and a supportive environment to develop and grow your career.

If you think you have the expertise, skills, and energy to take up this unique opportunity and to help shape our future, we would love to hear from you.

About us

Our vision is to become our schools' most trusted partner, working to deliver the best outcomes for all our young people.

We are a not-for-profit social enterprise that provides school improvement and related services to schools and other education providers across London and beyond. Our services span school improvement and curriculum support, attendance, inclusion and SEND, careers and work experience, governor services, ECT support, ICT, and continuing professional development.

Summary:

• This is a full-time role of 40 hours per week.
• The salary range for this position is between £38,000 and £40,000, contingent upon the candidate's experience and qualifications. Exceptional candidates may be offered the higher end of this range.
• Workdays are Monday to Friday.
• You will work remotely most of the time but will be required to attend meetings and training at the BDSIP office in Dagenham.
• Both full time and part time working opportunities will be considered for the successful candidate.

What we are looking for:

• A passion for education and proven data analysis experience.
• The ability to operate both independently and effectively as part of a team, being able to work at a fast pace while maintaining extremely high standards and attention to detail.
• In-depth knowledge of statistical concepts and enthusiasm for continuing development to help drive and improve the excellent education data services we provide to Barking and Dagenham schools.
• Highly effective interpersonal and presentational skills to engage a wide range of stakeholders across school, the Council, BDSIP and our delivery partners.

Key responsibilities:

• Complete statutory management information returns, ensuring data is accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Keep abreast of government statutory education data requirements and briefing schools and other stakeholders on key changes and developments.
• Analyse a wide range of education data, including School Census, Attainment, Absence and Exclusions to draw out actionable insights.
• Update management information dashboards to monitor important performance indicators, including trends over time, and developing these to enhance the service offer.
• Manage information systems, carrying out quality assurance checks and maintaining user profiles.
• Respond to education information requests, often including in depth analyses, and ensuring that tight deadlines are met.
• Work effectively across teams, including schools, Local Authority and BDSIP to share analytical expertise and knowledge to maintain and improve excellent service standards.
• Represent BDSIP at relevant regional and national meetings to learn from others and share best practice.
• Provide emergency cover for the Management Information Systems (MIS) support desk.

What we offer you in return:

A dynamic, thriving environment where you will:

• Learn new skills and gain knowledge in a dynamic and growing social enterprise.
• Work collaboratively across a range of disciplines.
• Experience a friendly, inclusive, and diverse work environment.

If your values match ours, we would welcome an application from you.

BDSIP is a not-for-profit organisation who provide professional educational services to schools as a trusted partner.

As an organisation, BDSIP is proud to be leading work with our schools to address issues of race and social justice. We value the diversity of our borough and want our workforce to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Accordingly, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our workforce.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and post holders to share this commitment.

To apply, please complete the BDSIP application form and return it to us by Friday, 14th February 2025 at 4.00pm 2024 via email. Please note that for safer recruitment purposes, we do not accept applications unless they are submitted on our application form. Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview date shortly after the application deadline. Interviews will be conducted in person.

• For more information, please visit our website.
• If you have any questions about the role, please contact Simon Davies via or on .