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Senior Business Intelligence Analyst for SEND at North West Association of Directors of Children’s Services

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Senior Business Intelligence Analyst for SEND at North West Association of Directors of Children’s Services
SO2 (£36,124 - £40,476)
37 Hours, Full Time
Temporary, 12 months
Hybrid - Home Based/Stockport MBC
This role requires flexibility and will involve working from home or from any of the North West Councils’ sites.

Application Deadline: Tuesday 1st July 2025 11:59pm
Please be aware that we may close this vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Shortlisting Date: Thursday 3rd July 2025
Interview Date: Monday 7th July and Tuesday 8th July 2025
Interview Type: The interview panel will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. You will be asked to present your findings from a brief data analysis task.

While we embrace the use of AI as an innovative tool to maximise our services at Stockport Council, we are looking for authenticity in applications we receive. We therefore ask you to think carefully if choosing to use AI when completing your application and ask that you ensure you read all instructions carefully and that your application is written by you and reflects your skills, knowledge and enthusiasm.

Your Role

NWADCS is seeking a passionate and skilled Senior Analyst to lead regional analytics for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Alternative Provision (AP) across the North West. You’ll deliver high-quality insights to support strategic planning, performance, and innovation. Working with 24 Local Authorities and national partners, you’ll enhance data collections, lead diagnostics, and strengthen reporting to the Regional Innovation and Improvement Board. This is a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change for children and families through impactful data.

About You

The ideal candidate is a proactive and collaborative Senior Analyst with strong analytical skills and a passion for using data to drive improvement. You’ll have experience leading projects from concept to delivery, working flexibly across teams, and presenting complex data and insights clearly to varied audiences. With excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, you thrive in collaborative environments and are confident engaging with stakeholders. Proficiency in MS Office, and experience with data visualisation tools is required. Experience in SEND, Early Years, Education, or Children’s Social Care is preferred. Adaptable and proactive, you’re committed to continuous learning, innovation, and delivering high-quality outcomes across a dynamic regional landscape.

About Us

This is a fantastic opportunity to join NWADCS and play a pivotal role in shaping services for children and families across the North West. You’ll work at the heart of a collaborative, region-wide initiative focused on improving outcomes in SEND and Alternative Provision. With access to a strong professional network, national partnerships, and the chance to influence strategic decisions, this role offers real impact. Flexible working, professional development, and the opportunity to lead innovation in data and analytics make this a rewarding short-term role for a motivated and values-driven leader.

At Stockport Council we are one ambitious team on a mission to create opportunities for everyone who lives, works and spends time in the borough. Working at Stockport Council means contributing to one of the most thriving towns in the North. We’re keen to recruit people with the right values and behaviours that can help us ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do.

We are proud to be recognised under the Good Employment Charter as an organisation committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues. As members of the charter, we have been recognised as a great place to work for all colleagues and pledge to pay the real living wage, engage staff in key decisions and endorse fair and flexible working conditions.

If you would like to find out more about the role please contact Julia Mather on for an informal discussion about the role.

This post is also open as secondment opportunity for Council Employees, however, you must seek the permission of your current manager prior to making an application.

Stockport Council holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not currently qualify.

Please note that we have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers and ex-military personnel. As part of the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme you will therefore be guaranteed an interview if you meet both the criteria for the scheme and the essential job role criteria.

Find out if you meet the criteria here:https://www.greater.jobs/our-guaranteed-assessment-scheme

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