SEND Data and Performance Officer, Digital Evidence and Performance
SEND Data & Performance OfficerGrade C - £32,076 to £39,186 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Permanent10 month Fixed Term, Full-time, 36.5 hours per week (hybrid working – typically 1-2 days a week in the Council House and be able to attend key meetings across Birmingham in person when required)
Do you want to make a difference to over 40,000 children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families in Birmingham?
About the Role
Birmingham’s SEND services are growing as part of the council’s long-term commitment to children, young people and their families. We’re putting evidence and a data driven approach at the heart of SEND improvement to make sure we can identify and respond to Children and Young People’s needs effectively. We’re looking for motivated people who combine a passion for SEND with proven analytical skills and experience to join us and make a meaningful impact in this priority area.
You’ll be joining the SEND Data and Performance team providing support, evidence and analysis to a range of operational, corporate, statutory and strategic users. The team will be responsible for the availability, accuracy, assurance, and analysis of a range of SEND data (characteristics, needs, services, outcomes) to provide impactful insights to SEND service providers and users.
About You
Using your experience of data management and quality assurance you will ensure that improvements to SEND services are based on timely and trusted information. With your experience of interpreting data to inform actions and your strong presentation skills you will provide timely and tailored evidence to a range of users to inform good practice and improve service performance and outcomes, With your skills and experience in using various IT applications and knowledge of relevant legalisation you will ensure that all SEND data from collection, through to storage to analysis is managed and used safely and effectively. Using your skills in communication and engagement you will support, motivate and challenge colleagues and teams to ensure services are evidence-based and delivering effectively.
We will match your commitment to us with opportunities to grow and develop your knowledge and experience in SEND and data and analysis as well as other rewarding career progression routes.
This is a great opportunity to use your skills and experience to ensure timely and trusted evidence is central to improvements we are delivering for Birmingham families. To be part of this dynamic and growing team please get in touch.
If you would like to chat about this role, contact Saadhia Kamran (Saadhia.kamran@birmingham.gov.uk)
You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application which should be no longer than two A4 pages. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities we serve.
Closing date Friday 20th November
Interviews for this post will take place in-person. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information. For any informal enquires please contact: Resourcing@birmingham.gov.ukPlease upload an up-to-date CV and Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Supporting Statement should outline how you meet the criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Note the Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. For any informal enquires please contact the Resourcing Team A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You can view our Corporate Safeguarding Policy | Birmingham City Council here. Job Description and Person Specification Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment
Do you want to make a difference to over 40,000 children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families in Birmingham?
About the Role
Birmingham’s SEND services are growing as part of the council’s long-term commitment to children, young people and their families. We’re putting evidence and a data driven approach at the heart of SEND improvement to make sure we can identify and respond to Children and Young People’s needs effectively. We’re looking for motivated people who combine a passion for SEND with proven analytical skills and experience to join us and make a meaningful impact in this priority area.
You’ll be joining the SEND Data and Performance team providing support, evidence and analysis to a range of operational, corporate, statutory and strategic users. The team will be responsible for the availability, accuracy, assurance, and analysis of a range of SEND data (characteristics, needs, services, outcomes) to provide impactful insights to SEND service providers and users.
About You
Using your experience of data management and quality assurance you will ensure that improvements to SEND services are based on timely and trusted information. With your experience of interpreting data to inform actions and your strong presentation skills you will provide timely and tailored evidence to a range of users to inform good practice and improve service performance and outcomes, With your skills and experience in using various IT applications and knowledge of relevant legalisation you will ensure that all SEND data from collection, through to storage to analysis is managed and used safely and effectively. Using your skills in communication and engagement you will support, motivate and challenge colleagues and teams to ensure services are evidence-based and delivering effectively.
We will match your commitment to us with opportunities to grow and develop your knowledge and experience in SEND and data and analysis as well as other rewarding career progression routes.
This is a great opportunity to use your skills and experience to ensure timely and trusted evidence is central to improvements we are delivering for Birmingham families. To be part of this dynamic and growing team please get in touch.
If you would like to chat about this role, contact Saadhia Kamran (Saadhia.kamran@birmingham.gov.uk)
You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application which should be no longer than two A4 pages. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities we serve.
Closing date Friday 20th November
Interviews for this post will take place in-person. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information. For any informal enquires please contact: Resourcing@birmingham.gov.ukPlease upload an up-to-date CV and Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Supporting Statement should outline how you meet the criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Note the Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. For any informal enquires please contact the Resourcing Team A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You can view our Corporate Safeguarding Policy | Birmingham City Council here. Job Description and Person Specification Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment
Salary range
- £32,076 - £39,186 per year