Data Insights Analyst

Location: Reading with flexibility for remote working

Job type: This role is full time, 7-month fixed term contract (35 hours per week)  

Job Objectives:

The Data Insights Analyst role is to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence by using an evidence- based approach from internal and external sources. The role holder is expected to work autonomously on the analysis of the available data to support improvements to service design and operational ways of working.

We are looking for a data expert to lead on monitoring and evaluation, turning complex datasets into clear insights that drive programme success. You will design and maintain reporting schedules, deliver in-depth analysis, and collaborate with managers to align projects with key priorities. Acting as a liaison with external parties, you’ll ensure impact assessments add real value, while supporting colleagues through training and guidance to build data capability. Working closely with the Data and Performance team, you’ll embed continuous improvement and help shape evidence-based decision making across the organisation.

The Teacher Development programmes are delivered nationally; however, administration of the programmes is predominantly undertaken at the Reading office.   

Person Specification:

Knowledge

Essential:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft packages including, Excel (V Look Ups, Pivot Table and Macros), Access, Word, PowerPoint and MS Forms
• Advanced knowledge of customer voice solutions
• Understanding of the principles and frameworks of successful project management e.g. Prince 2
• Advanced understanding of data analysis and visualisation tools and techniques including PowerBI
• Knowledge of the education sector
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation frameworks

Experience

Essential:

• In depth experience of sourcing and using intelligence including high volume data sets to draw insights and provide recommendations for current and future projects
• Demonstrable experience of managing end to end projects
• Significant experience of working on multiple projects and tasks and delivering to deadlines
• Significant experience of working with high levels of autonomy and self-motivation
• Ability to create dashboards and reports that communicate insights to stakeholders

A full list of job objectives can be found in the job description.

Deadline for applications: midnight 04 January (Please note, we reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received).

How to apply: To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are required to complete and submit a fully completed application form through our website.

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Salary & Benefits

Up to £33,000 per annum based on experience

Benefits include:

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rota)
• 2 days of paid volunteering per year (pro rota)
• Matched Pension Scheme   
• Life Assurance
• Discounted gym memberships
• Health care cash plan
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Wellbeing App
• Access to training portal to help support your own CPD

Edt is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults whom we work with and come into contact with around the world. All applicants are subject to thorough screening and successful candidates are subject to the relevant level of criminal record checks with national police authorities or the UK’s Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will be at minimum a basic DBS check.

Edt is a proud Disability Confident Leader. We take practical steps to ensure that disability inclusion is not only part of our values but part of our everyday actions. We are committed to creating a working environment where disabled employees are supported, valued, and empowered to thrive in their role. If you are disabled or require specific adjustments during the application process, please do let us know how we can support you. 

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