Operational Data and Insight Analyst

The Role Are you an experienced Data Analyst? Are you passionate about turning data into meaningful insight and driving better decisions? As a Data and Insight Analyst, you will play a key role in the development and delivery of operational reporting and insight that drives informed decision-making across the organisation. You’ll join our data and insight team, a small, supportive group that plays a vital role across Social Work England, working with managers, senior leaders and operational teams to provide clear, accurate and impactful insights. Social Work England is the specialist regulator for social work in England. Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. We work alongside them to protect the public, enable positive change, and ultimately improve people’s lives. About The Role As our Data and Insight Analyst, you’ll contribute to the development and delivery of analytical projects, supporting the Senior Analyst and helping us improve how we collect, understand and use data. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the organisation to help shape reporting, improve data quality, and ensure teams can access the insights they need. This includes developing Power BI reports, analysing trends, producing performance dashboards, and supporting consistent data documentation and modelling. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys solving analytical problems, improving reporting processes and communicating insights in a clear, accessible way. What you'll do As Data And Insight Analyst, You Will • Support operational reporting, improving and maintaining queries and visualisations in Power BI. • Work with the data and insight team and the Data Governance Manager to strengthen data documentation, business logic and modelling. • Partner with stakeholders across the organisation to support consistent, collaborative use of data and insight. • Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends and make practical recommendations to managers and senior leaders. • Identify reporting requirements and work with the Senior Analyst to develop specifications for Power BI and Excel reports. • Produce monthly performance reports that inform organisational decision-making. • Ensure colleagues across the organisation can access and understand the data they need. About You At Social Work England, our values guide everything we do. We are Fearless, Independent, Ambitious, act with Integrity, and are Collaborative and Transparent. We’re looking for someone who brings these values to their daily work. For This Role, We’re Looking For Someone Who • Has a degree in a subject involving quantitative analysis or data science, or equivalent professional experience. • Has experience using Power BI and DAX to transform or analyse data. Experience using Excel and MySQL. • Can interpret and present complex information clearly, using data visualisation to produce high-quality insight. • Understands how performance reporting and analysis supports business planning and improvement. • Can think critically and creatively to develop effective solutions to analytical problems. • Brings strong written and verbal communication skills and can explain complex ideas to a wide range of audiences. • Demonstrates a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive service delivery. This role may interest you if you have experience or an interest as a: Data Analyst, Insight Analyst, Reporting Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, MI Analyst or Performance Analyst. The Benefits In Addition To Your Salary, We Also Offer • Hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. • 25 days annual leave, rising with service to 30 days per annum, plus bank holidays. • The option to purchase up to an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum. • A TIDE award winning inclusive culture, made up of staff networks, social events and forums. • A pension scheme, life insurance, an employee recognition scheme and cycle to work scheme. Details • Job type: 12 month fixed-term contract • Working pattern: Full time. We offer flexible working subject to business need. • Salary: £34,085 per year, rising to £36,520 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. • Location: Sheffield/Hybrid Application During the application process, you'll be asked to provide answers to three questions from the job description. These answers will be what your application is scored on, please answer in as much detail as possible using examples where necessary. About Us Join us - Social Work England Our behaviours and values - Social Work England What our people say - Social Work England Pre-Employment Checks If you are successful at interview, we will carry out a series of routine pre-employment checks. These include verifying your references, confirming your right to work in the UK, and completing a Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. These checks are conducted in partnership with our third-party provider, Amiqus, who will guide you through the process. Please note that all offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of these checks. If you have any questions or concerns please contact our recruitment team via recruitment@socialworkengland.org.uk and our team will be happy to help. Contact If you have any queries about the recruitment process, or would like to discuss the role, please contact recruitment@socialworkengland.org.uk. How to apply To apply, complete the application form by the closing date. Interview At interview we will seek to further understand your skills, knowledge, experience and motivation and test the key competencies of the role. If you are successful, we will undertake routine pre-employment checks. Find out more about our application and interview process. Apply for this job Send to a Friend