Purpose of the job Data Analyst To provide the Councils Management Board with accurate, relevant and timely data, research and performance information that contributes to a culture of continuous improvement, enhanced efficiency and evidence-based decision-making in the Council. This role is to support Childrens Services, in particular Education. Any experience of supporting the School Census return, CME/EHE return and Key Stage Collections would be useful. Also, prior experience of using Education MRI, VYED and Nexus. Principal accountabilities Data Analyst Direction Data Analyst TocontributetowardsthedevelopmentoftheCouncilsBusinessProcessandseniormanagersability tomakeinformeddecisionsandimproveperformanceby: WorkingwithDirectoratestodevelopoutcomesperformancemeasures(andensure associated systems are in place) that enable robust performance management. Analysingdatatoestablishlevelsofneedandtrendsandunderstandperformance Streamliningandautomatingperformancereportingwhereverpossible Implementation Data Analyst Toanalyseperformancemanagementinformation,developandmonitorperformancetargets and support service areas in using data to drive improvement, contributing proposals for remedial action where required. To collate, analyse, monitor and challenge out turns and trends from performance management information to enable emerging issues to be brought to the attention of colleaguesandadviseservicemanagersofimplicationstoenableactiontobetakento improve service delivery. To liaise with London Councils, Central Government, Local Authorities and other relevant organisations,includingregulators,tobenchmarkBexleysperformanceandinformservice improvement. ToensuredatacontributestowardstheCouncilmeetingitsstatutoryduties,particularlyin relation to Equalities, regulators and statistical returns. To develop policies, systems and procedures on data handling and information sharing to ensurehighqualitydataandoutcomesandimprovetheeffectivenessandefficiencyofthe Councilsservices. Toprovideessentialdataandinformationrequiredtosupportthepreparationforexternal assessment and inspection. ToanalysedataandprovideinformationrequiredforneedsassessmentstobuildtheCouncils understandingoflocalneedsincludingtheissuesaffectingminoritygroupsandprovideaclear direction of travel for the Council, supported by evidence. Tocontributeanddevelopwebpagestosupportopendataandtransparencysothatstaff, public and partners are better informed about our performance, issues and achievements. Toensuredata,research,managementinformationandperformancereportsareaccuratefirst time and comprehensible for staff, managers and Councillors. ToundertakespecifieddutiesandtaskslinkedtotheStrategy,Performance&InsightTeam. Organisational Control and Development Data Analyst To ensure that working practices and processes are developed that maximise the use of new technology to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services to residents. To automate reporting wherever possible and provide it via self-serve platforms for clients. To develop internal & external service or functional networks to facilitate joint working, sharing of best practice and information. Degree or equivalent experience Data Analyst Evidence of continuing professional development Data Analyst (b) RelevantTechnicalExperienceandKnowledge Data Analyst Good analytical skills and the ability to prepare clear and concisereportsoncomplexissuesandinformatssuitable for a variety of audiences. Knowledgeandunderstandingoftheroleandfunctionsof local government. Experience in using statistical software to carry out detailed data analysis including the development of informationsystemsandprocesses,combiningdatafrom varioussourcestoproduceinformationwhichisrelevant and fit for purpose and assessing the suitability of different ICT solutions. SQL Knowledge Report writing SSRS Power BI / Tableau Excel / Power Query Specifying,collating,analysingandreportingdataand information management for a complex organisation. Experienceofdatamanagement,includingcapturingdata, organising data in line with recognised standards and sharing data securely in line with legislation. ExperienceofusingGISsoftware tomodelactivity Experienceofsubmittingstatutoryreturns,automating data reporting and target setting. Experienceintranslatinggovernmentguidanceintoaction Abletodemonstrateacommitmenttoequalopportunities and customer care.