Job description
We are looking for a Data Analyst who can develop and support others in the creation, updating and implementation of data analysis systems across Witherslack Group.
Those huge small victories
We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. Our teams are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things.
For children with complex needs the level of care and education we provide must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence and market leading OFSTED ratings.
Get out what you put in
This is an exciting role where you will be responsible for further developing our Group data sets through collecting, interpreting and analysing data from a variety of sources. You will be a driving force for initiating any improvements that may need to be made by providing relevant reports and data.
As a Data Analyst you will report on and contribute to strategic planning around themes and trends identified from information and data, and will work in partnership with our programmers and external system representatives to support development.
Bring your whole-self to work
Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We’ll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you’re free to achieve your potential.
Here’s what we need from you:
- At least 3 years’ experience in a data analysis role
- A degree in Statistics/ Mathematics/Computer Science/ Economics
- Experience of using Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Teams)
- Extensive knowledge of using Excel to produce reports (e.g., Pivots, Power Query, Charting etc.)
- Experience of working with complex data and data validation
What we do for you
We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:
- Salary of £35-£40k (dependent on experience)
- Training: Ongoing professional development.
- Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 35 days holiday
- Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits here
- Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
- Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts
- Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities
- A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £2,000 bonus every time
Join the UK’s best special education and care provider
Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself .
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost). We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
For a full job description and person specification, please see the attached document.