This is a key role within an enthusiastic and motivated team. The post will provide an opportunity to make a contribution to the future of children and young people in West Berkshire for a person with the drive and energy to succeed. The Role As the Education Place Planning Data Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing school place planning data and producing school and area level forecasts for West Berkshire schools and SEND provision. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of data across multiple systems. You will work with various sources to collect, process, and organise datasets, and ensure effective engagement of stakeholders through the presentation and dissemination of relevant information. There will be opportunities to input into and improve current approaches, in line with stakeholder and DfE requirements. Key Responsibilities: Collect, organise, and input data from various sources into relevant systems Monitor and ensure the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of data Maintain data integrity and perform regular data audits and quality checks Coordinate with internal teams to gather and analyse data for reporting purposes Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations related to data trends Identify and resolve data discrepancies or issues promptly Support in the development and maintenance of databases and data management tools Provide training and support to stakeholders to increase engagement and understanding The Ideal Candidate In order to succeed in this varied and exciting role you will need Proven experience in data management and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data management tools, such as PowerBi The ability to maintain accurate records and demonstrate excellent IT skills Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Excellent communication, influencing and organisational skills Ability to work independently and in a team environment West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as: Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-19.00 Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities Generous Local Government pension scheme Family friendly policies A range of local discounts Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service. Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Fiona Simmonds on 01635 519366 or email Fiona.simmondswestberks.gov.uk Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a positive impact in our community while advancing your career. Explore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here: Working with Us Equal Opportunities The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. How to apply Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV. This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. This privacy notice applies to job applicants applying for vacancies with West Berkshire Council https://info.westberks.gov.uk/pnapplications