We are looking to recruit two enthusiastic, skilled, highly motivated and reliable individuals to join the Performance and Analysis Service (PAS) in Sheffield City Council.
About you
As an Analyst, you will need to have:
* An interest and enthusiasm for improving outcomes for children in Sheffield;
* Good communication skills;
* Strong IT and analytical skills– including an understanding of how information flows through databases and how to extract data and create automated reports;
* An ability to translate customer requirements into workable reporting tools;
* A basic understanding of the benefits/limitations of data and statistical analysis;
* An ability to analyse, interpret and present data;
* A flare for creativity and problem solving;
* An ability to work independently;
* Knowledge or experience of working with children’s services data is desirable but not essential.
Analyst (School Places Planning) (1 post: Temporary (12 Months))
Job description
Grade 6 - £30,825.00 to £34,834.00 per annum
Location: hybrid (40% office-based in Sheffield, currently in Howden House)
Hours: 37
The post
The focus of this post is to support the forecasting and analysis processes to ensure the sufficiency of school places in Sheffield.
You will work with colleagues in PAS and the Education Commissioning Team to ensure that they have the necessary information to support their strategic planning. You will assist with the submission of data for the annual statutory School Capacity (SCAP) return to the Department for Education. You will also work with other support services within the Early Years, Education and Skills directorate, such as the School Admissions Team.
This post will require a high level of analytical skills and an ability to present and communicate complex information to a variety of different audiences. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting positive impact on the lives of children in Sheffield
PAS works closely in partnership with different service teams in children’s services, with ICT and corporate teams in SCC, as well as with external bodies such as schools and Health services. As an Analyst in PAS, you will be part of an experienced, supportive team that works together to provide high quality data and analysis services to our clients.
For any questions about this application, please contact Mark Pearce (mark.pearce@sheffield.gov.uk – or 0114 20 39674).
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