Data Lead (Substance Use Services)

Salary Range: 31,360 37,900 depending on experience

Hours: 35 per week

Contract: Permanent

Location: Derby City (office-based)

Job Reference Number: 1668

Cranstoun is a social justice and harm reduction charity supporting people to live healthier and safer lives. We are launching a new substance service in Derby and are looking for a Data Lead to help embed high-quality, insight-driven practice from the start.

About the Role

You will lead on data management, reporting, analysis and data quality across the service, ensuring information supports day-to-day delivery, contractual performance and service improvement.

Working with local managers, frontline staff and our central Performance & Reporting team, you will:

· Produce and interpret performance reports (including national returns such as NDTMS)

· Maintain strong data quality and governance standards

· Support the move from spreadsheets to Power BI reporting

· Train staff and improve data literacy

· Act as the link between service delivery and central data teams

This is a practical role combining analysis, operational oversight and staff support.

About You

You will have experience in a Data, Performance or Information role and be confident working with service data in a complex environment.

You should bring:

· Strong understanding of data quality and governance

· Experience with case management systems and reporting tools (Power BI desirable)

· Ability to explain data clearly to non-technical colleagues

· Good organisational and problem-solving skills

Experience in health, social care, substance use or commissioned services is helpful but not essential.

Why Join Us?

You’ll help shape how a new service understands performance across the area and improves outcomes for the people it supports. We offer a supportive environment, development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

If you enjoy turning data into practical insight and want to be part of building a new service in Derby, we’d love to hear from you.

If you have any questions about this role please contact Natasha on nsimpson@crasntoun.org.uk

Post holder will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check against relevant barred lists.

T o apply for this role, please submit your CV, along with a Cover Letter outlining your skills, experience, relevant qualifications and values fit for the role to hr@cranstoun.org.uk. Please ensure you clearly state the Job Reference Number on your Cover Letter.

Closing Date: Sunday 15th March 2026

Interviews dates TBC