4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit*
Business Analyst
HYBRID WORKING: On average 2 days per week – Bolton Office
HOURS: 9-5, Mon-Fri
The Business Analyst at Outcomes First Group will play a key role in working with all business areas to define key requirements and create process mapping to identify areas of continuous improvement, optimise technology to drive operational efficiency and support a range of transformational projects to deliver continued success and the delivery of high quality services.
They will analyse and understand a business problem or opportunity, undertake research and analysis to become a suitable expert in how a department works, considering the people, organisation, processes, information, data and technology. They will identify solutions with the business to resolve the problem(s) and / or explore the opportunity. The Business Analyst will work closely with IT colleagues to ensure all solution design, procurement and implementation is fit for purpose and supports the strategic aims of the organisation.
Senior Leadership Team, IT, Legal and Data, Operations, HR, Finance, Service Managers, End Users, Procurement, External Vendors and Partners, Compliance and Risk, as examples.
Requirements Gathering: Work closely with colleagues across the organisation to gather, define, and document business requirements, using a MoSCoW approach to drive prioritisation.
Business Process Analysis: Draft and analyse current business processes and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement through process changes and technology solutions and create the ‘to be’ vision aligned to strategic objectives.
Solution Design: Collaborate with technical teams to input to the design of IT solutions that meet business needs and participate in the procurement of any required solutions.
Drive effective communication and engagement across the business ensuring clear communication and understanding of requirements, progress, issues and proposed resolutions.
Data Analysis: Work collaboratively with Data Analyst colleagues in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data to align with business requirements and strategic objectives.
Use Cases: Work with IT colleagues to create Use Cases in support of IT solution procurement and implementation.
Project Support: Work collaboratively with Project Managers as part of the programme / project team and act as BA leads across various transformation projects.
Change Management: As part of an ADKAR approach to Change, act as a key advocate of change and help to use the business requirements and other artefacts to help design and implement success business change to drive support and engagement across the organisation.
Prepare clear, comprehensive documentation including business requirements, process maps, use cases, as examples.
Continuous Improvement: Act as a champion for continuous improvement, working with colleagues across the organisation and in particular Central Operations.
Leads, manages, and participates in an annual performance review programme
Works, always, in accordance with the policies and procedures of the OFG Group and statutory regulations applicable to the Group.
OFG Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all employees to work in accordance with this.
Ability to work attentively and accurately with data inputting
Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations.
There are three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education, Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care for and support children, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world.
Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world.
We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations.
Life Assurance
~ Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
~“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
~ Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
~ A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
~100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
~ Electric Car Purchase Scheme
~ Critical illness cover
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS