Performance Analyst - Children's Services

Job Description - Performance Analyst (Children's Services) Rate: £300-£350 Umbrella IR35: Inside IR35 Contract Length: 3 months Location: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsiteOverview We are looking for an experienced Performance Analyst to support a Local Authority within Children's Services. The role will focus on delivering accurate and timely statutory returns, with a key emphasis on the CiN Census and SSDA903. This is a hands on role requiring strong data analysis, system knowledge and stakeholder engagement across multiple service areas.Key Responsibilities • Lead on the preparation, validation and submission of statutory returns, specifically: • Children in Need Census (CiN) • SSDA903 Return • Ensure data accuracy, completeness and compliance with statutory requirements • Work with service areas to identify and resolve data quality issues • Extract, analyse and interpret data from case management systems • Support continuous improvement of data quality and reporting processes • Collaborate with stakeholders across Children's Services, Lifelong Learning and Families • Provide insight and performance reporting to support decision making • Maintain documentation and audit trails for submissionsKey Requirements • Proven experience as a Performance Analyst within Local Government • Strong background in Children's Social Care data and reporting • Experience delivering statutory returns including CiN Census and SSDA903 • Working knowledge of case management systems, ideally Mosaic • Strong data analysis and data quality management skills • Experience working with large datasets and performance reporting • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills • Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast paced environmentDesirable • Experience within Children, Lifelong Learning or Families services • Advanced Excel or Power BI skills • Experience improving data quality frameworks and processes • Rates depend on experience and client requirements