Job Description
Job Title: Senior Data Analyst
Department: Etio – National Centre for Arts
Education
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Flexible)
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: UK Remote (Must have the right to
work in the UK without restrictions)
Salary: £38,000 - £41,000 GBP pa
Travel Requirements: Occasional travel within the UK
may be requested
Overview of the Role
The Senior Data Analyst is
a key role within the DfE-funded National Centre for Arts Education (NCAE)
programme, reporting directly to the Research, Evaluation & Impact
Director at Etio.
You will play a critical role in
transforming data into actionable insight, supporting evidence-based
decision-making, programme improvement, and impact measurement across the
NCfAE. Working with internal teams, programme partners, stakeholders, and funders,
you will lead on data analysis, reporting, dashboard development, and insight
generation to help demonstrate the effectiveness and reach of arts education
initiatives across England.
This is an exciting opportunity
for an experienced analyst who is passionate about using data to tell
compelling stories, influence strategic decisions, and contribute to
educational and cultural outcomes at a national scale.
This is also perfect for someone who is passionate to help us
fulfil our mission to "Elevate Education, Everywhere."
Key Responsibilities
Your core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the analysis of programme,
stakeholder, and performance data to generate meaningful insights that support
strategic and operational decision-making.
- Develop and maintain dashboards,
reports, and data visualisations that communicate programme performance and
impact to a range of audiences.
- Support the Research, Evaluation
& Impact Director in delivering the programme's evidence, research, and
impact objectives.
- Design and implement robust data
collection, validation, and quality assurance processes to ensure the integrity
and reliability of programme data.
- Analyse quantitative and
qualitative datasets to identify trends, patterns, risks, opportunities, and
areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with programme teams,
stakeholders, and external partners to understand reporting requirements and
data needs.
- Support monitoring, evaluation,
and impact activities through the provision of analytical expertise,
statistical analysis, and evidence generation.
- Prepare and present insightful
reports, briefings, and recommendations for funders, senior leaders, partners,
and governance groups.
- Champion best practice in data
management, reporting, governance, and data-driven decision-making across the
programme.
- Support the continuous
development of data systems, reporting frameworks, and analytical methodologies
to improve programme insight and performance monitoring.
Expected Behaviours and Working Style
- Make every day count – Deliver accurate, insightful,
and meaningful analysis that helps maximise programme impact and supports
informed decision-making.
- Lead the way – Promote data-driven thinking, identify opportunities for
improvement, and contribute innovative analytical approaches that enhance
programme performance.
- Deliver with empathy – Present complex information in a clear and accessible way,
understanding the needs of different stakeholders and supporting them to use
evidence effectively.
Role Deliverables
- Provide high-quality data analysis, reporting, and insight that
supports programme delivery and strategic decision-making.
- Develop and maintain effective
dashboards and reporting tools that provide clear visibility of programme
performance and impact.
- Ensure data quality, accuracy,
and consistency across NCfAE reporting and evaluation activities.
- Support the production of
evidence and impact reporting required by the Department for Education and
other stakeholders.
- Contribute to a culture of
evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement across the programme.
Skills, Experience, and Qualifications
Essential
- Significant experience in data
analysis, business intelligence, performance reporting, or a related analytical
role.
- Advanced skills in data analysis
and visualisation tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel, or similar platforms.
- Experience working with large and
complex datasets, including data cleansing, validation, manipulation, and
interpretation.
- Strong analytical and
problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, generate insights,
and make evidence-based recommendations.
- Experience designing and
developing dashboards, reports, and performance management frameworks.
- Strong understanding of data
governance, data quality management, and GDPR requirements.
- Excellent communication skills,
with the ability to present complex data and findings in a clear and engaging
manner.
- Experience collaborating with
stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into
analytical solutions.
- Proficiency in statistical
analysis and data modelling techniques.
- Degree-level qualification or
equivalent professional experience in Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics,
Economics, Social Research, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
Desirable
- Experience working within
education, arts and culture, public sector, government-funded, charity, or
research environments.
- Experience supporting monitoring,
evaluation, and impact assessment frameworks.
- Knowledge of SQL, Python, R, or
other data analysis and automation tools.
- Experience working with
Department for Education-funded programmes or large-scale national initiatives.
- Understanding of arts education,
cultural learning, Music Hubs, or the wider education sector.
- Professional certification in
data analytics, business intelligence, data science, or a related field.
What We Offer
At Etio, we believe our people are
fundamental to our success.
In return, we offer:
- 25 days + BH annual leave (with the option buy
more leave)
- Flexible Working culture
- Health and Wellbeing perks (Healthcare Cash Plan,
Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance)
- 3% employer, 5% employee contribution pension
- Enhanced family friendly policies (maternity,
paternity, adoption, or shared parental leave)
- Work from anywhere globally (up to 8weeks)
- Paid volunteer day
- Electric Car Scheme and Cycle to work scheme
Our Values
Make Every day Count: We focus
on delivering meaningful outcomes, taking ownership and making a positive
impact.
Lead the Way: We share
expertise, embrace continuous learning and help each other succeed.
Deliver with Empathy: We
collaborate openly, communicate clearly and place people at the heart of
everything we do.
Diversity and Inclusion
Etio is committed to creating an
inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage
applications from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.
Interested?
If you're looking for a role where you
can develop your digital skills, support colleagues and contribute to improving
education around the world, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us Elevate
Education, Everywhere.
Note to all applicants - Etio
reserve the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the
advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting may take place prior to
the closing date on some occasions. Therefore, please do not hesitate to apply
early.