data analyst

Are you impact-focused, ambitious and ready for a challenge? Would you like to make a difference to the lives of young people and their families through impactful data analysis?

The Commissioning division within the Children, Families and Lifelong Learning Directorate is driving change and innovation with a relentless focus on improving outcomes for the children, young people and families of Surrey. At the heart of what we aim to achieve is the ambition to develop a deeper understanding of our communities, the challenges they face, their strengths, assets, and aspirations, so we can work with them to remove as many obstacles as possible to provide children and young people and their families with the support they need.

To gain the understanding that is required to achieve our objectives, our Commissioning service has an Analysis and Evaluation team. The team works to provide commissioners with the knowledge they require to make informed, evidence-based decisions, using a variety of qualitative and quantitative data. We look at national and international best practice and trends and foster innovation to make sure Commissioning is future-focussed. There are a variety of exciting projects sitting within the team, and the portfolio of work includes dealing with issues in the areas of Health and Wellbeing, SEND, Corporate Parenting, Early Help, Social Care, Early Years and Education, and Support for Disabilities.

Could this be you?

We are looking for candidates who can:

• Interpret quantitative data from large and complex data sets,
• Write effective reports that identify patterns, potential conclusions and opportunities,
• Use their knowledge of statistics and statistical analysis,
• Use software for data analysis and data visualisation tools (e.g., MS Excel, Tableau, FME, SQL),
• Apply SQL skills to work across the portfolio,
• Bring a solution focused and pragmatic attitude.

You may already have previous experience or some understanding of data within the NHS, local authority or third sector but it will be your excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with others including friendly and supportive colleagues who are committed to delivering excellent outcomes that will enable success.

Does the above sound like you? If so, we look forward to receiving your application!

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 07/06/2023.

A basic DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Contact Details

For an informal discussion about the role, you can contact Camilla Bertoncin, Service Manager of the Analysis and Evaluation team by e-mail at

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

Benefits

From flexible working to job sharing (where possible) we are committed to providing a healthy work life balance. A laptop and mobile will be supplied if applicable to your role. You will benefit from 26 days annual leave, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service, a generous local government salary related pension, as well as the option to join our car lease scheme. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit MyBenefits for Surrey County Council staff.

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.