Job Introduction
Starting salary for this role is £34,434 (pro rata for part-time colleagues)
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We are looking for a skilled and motivated MI Analyst to join Children’s Services at BCP Council on a 3 months fixed-term part-time basis (22.2hrs/3 days). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality performance information, statutory returns and data insight that support effective decision-making and improved outcomes for children and families across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
About the role
As MI Analyst, you will provide essential analytical support across Children’s Services, helping to ensure the timely delivery of key statutory and performance reporting. You will work with colleagues across the service to extract, validate, analyse and present data from case management systems, with a particular focus on accuracy, insight and practical use.
Key responsibilities
- Lead analytical responsibility for the CIN Census 2025/26
- Support the production of key reports, including quarterly performance reporting, corporate parenting reporting and safeguarding partnership reporting.
- Extract, interpret and present data clearly to support managers and senior leaders with service oversight and decision-making.
- Work with data held in Children’s Services systems, including Mosaic, to identify issues, improve reliability and strengthen reporting processes.
- Work collaboratively with operational colleagues and systems support to improve data quality and accuracy.
- Contribute to performance intelligence and, for the right candidate, support the development of operational Power BI reporting.
Key responsibilities
You will have experience of working with complex data, producing clear analysis and turning information into meaningful insight. You should be confident using data systems and reporting tools, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure. We are looking for someone who can build positive working relationships, communicate technical information clearly and take a proactive approach to solving problems. Experience of performance reporting within Children’s Services, and knowledge of Children’s Social Care data or statutory returns, is essential.
This role is part time, 3 days a week.
If you would like to know more about this role, get in touch with James Fenby, Children’s Social Care Performance Manager on 01202 127388 or james.fenby@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
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BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
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Basic DBS
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment.
As part of the recruitment process, applicants for this role will be required to undertake the appropriate level of Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please refer to the Role Profile for more details.
